Why Choose Custom Orthotics?
At Pasco-Hernando Foot & Ankle Care, we find one area of podiatric care that our Nature Coast patients are often not informed about is the use of orthotics. These custom-made shoe inserts can significantly improve the health and comfort of your feet.
Four reasons to choose custom orthotics:
Custom orthotics treat many common foot problems. These include plantar fasciitis, diabetic foot pain, bunions, heel spurs, hammertoes, flat feet, arch pain, and more.
Often orthotics will have the unexpected benefit of eliminating pain in other places. Many patients who are given orthotics for their feet may find knee, hip, and back pain is alleviated due to the biomechanical correction made by the inserts.
New technologies make orthotics better than ever before. Digital orthotic scanning and advances in custom molded fabrication allow the podiatrist to make exact adjustments based on your foot which can change the way the foot is affected by walking, running, or standing. An orthotic can reduce or eliminate abnormal motion in the foot and more equally disperse the pressure on the bottom of your foot.
Orthotics address multiple foot care needs. They can provide better shock absorption, reduce pressure, and improve balance.
A word of caution: don’t try to treat yourself by using over-the-counter shoe inserts. You can do more harm than good if you choose non-custom inserts that are not right for your podiatric condition. The first step to finding out if orthotics can help you is to make an appointment at your earliest convenience at our Hudson office by calling 727-868-2128 or 352-683-5799. Our podiatrist, Dr. Lawrence J. Kales, will evaluate your feet and ankles and determine if orthotics may be an option for relieving pain and giving you better foot function.