Custom Foot Orthotics at Active Health Collective
Your feet provide the foundation for how you stand, walk, work, exercise, and move throughout the day. When foot mechanics or support needs contribute to discomfort or difficulty with movement, custom orthotics may be one option to consider.
Active Health Collective offers custom orthotics in Edmonton, individually selected and fitted based on an assessment of your needs, movement, and foot mechanics.
What Are Custom Orthotics?
Custom orthotics are individually made inserts designed to be worn inside your footwear.
Unlike standard over-the-counter insoles, custom orthotics are created based on an assessment and measurements specific to the individual. Their design can provide targeted support or accommodate particular biomechanical needs.
The type of orthotic recommended depends on factors such as your foot mechanics, symptoms, activities, footwear, and assessment findings.
Why Might Someone Consider Custom Orthotics?
People seek orthotics for a variety of reasons, from persistent foot discomfort to concerns related to standing, walking, work, or physical activity.
Depending on your individual assessment, custom orthotics may be considered for concerns involving:
- Foot or heel discomfort
- Plantar heel pain
- Arch-related concerns
- Certain ankle concerns
- Foot mechanics while standing or walking
- Uneven or excessive shoe wear
- Discomfort associated with prolonged standing
- Activity-related foot concerns
- The need for additional support in work or everyday footwear
Foot, ankle, knee, hip, and back symptoms can have many different causes. An assessment helps determine whether foot mechanics may be relevant and whether custom orthotics are an appropriate option.
Custom Orthotics Designed for the Individual
There is no single orthotic design that is appropriate for everyone.
An effective orthotic begins with understanding the person who will be wearing it. Your practitioner considers your symptoms, activities, footwear, and relevant assessment findings before determining whether an orthotic is recommended and what type of support may be appropriate.
The goal is not simply to add cushioning to a shoe, but to provide an orthotic suited to your individual needs.
What to Expect from a Custom Orthotics Assessment
Custom Orthotics for Work, Sport & Everyday Life
Different activities place different demands on your feet.
Someone who spends an entire workday standing may have different footwear and support needs than a runner, recreational athlete, or someone primarily looking for greater comfort during everyday activities.
When recommending custom orthotics, factors such as your usual footwear and the activities you need to perform can be considered as part of the process.
If you rely on safety footwear, athletic shoes, dress shoes, or other specialized footwear, let your practitioner know during your assessment.
Orthotics & Active Health Collective
Custom orthotics are one of the services available at Active Health Collective for patients looking to support movement and physical function.
Formerly Active Chiropractic, our Edmonton clinic now offers a broader range of health and rehabilitation services in one location, including:
Frequently Asked Questions About Custom Orthotics
Custom Orthotics in Edmonton at Active Health Collective
If foot discomfort, support needs, or the demands of work and activity are affecting how you move, an assessment can help determine whether custom orthotics are appropriate for you.
Active Health Collective provides individually fitted custom orthotics alongside chiropractic care, kinesiology and rehabilitation, massage therapy, and our other health and rehabilitation services.