Custom Orthotics for Mississauga

Custom orthotics are medical inserts for your shoes that correct the way you stand, walk or run. The way you walk might be the reason you are experiencing a variety of symptoms.  Many people suffer pain that can be caused by abnormal biomechanics (the way your feet move and function).

Your feet and the way you common reasons our health care professionals prescribe custom orthotics are:

• Arch or Heel: 26%
• Lower Back and Hip: 20%
• Knee pain: 12%
• Forefoot: 9%
• Pain in the big toe: 8%

When you are running, the pressure on your feet can be three or four times your body weight. Even walking can produce more pressure than the sum of your body weight.  Custom orthotics can ensure that you disperse those forces evenly.

You may be surprised to find out that women have four times as many problems as men because they have a long history of wearing high heels and/or pointy toe shoes. Proper shoe fit is a very important aspect of foot health because the continuous stress and strain over time causing injury and strain to other parts of your body.

Lack of proper care, ill-fitting shoes and general foot neglect are responsible for the majority of problems. It's important to understand your feet have direct impact on the rest of your body and support you with each step. A small abnormality in foot function can have a large impact on joints higher up in the body, causing pain and discomfort.

In some cases foot ailments can be an early signal of more serious medical problems like arthritis or diabetes. Other conditions that can be related to poor foot function is plantar fasciitis, hip, achilles, shin, heel or foot arch pain, IT band syndrome and more.  To prevent problems we recommend getting scanned for the need for custom orthotics at The Health First Group.

We offer a complimentary GaitScan™ at no-cost, click here.

Can custom orthotics help me?

We understand that your feet are the foundation of your entire body. They do an incredible amount of work each day. The smallest imbalance can cause a great deal of discomfort. Custom orthotics help restore that normal balance and function and bring relief from fatigue and pain. Orthotics fit comfortably in your footwear.

Custom orthotics place your feet are gently and consistently into the correct position for standing, walking and running. Pressure points, improper rotation of the foot, painful muscle strain, abnormal forces on the legs, hips and spine are eliminated because custom orthotics enable you feet to function properly.

Remember, help is near to home. If you are concerned about your feet or considering custom orthotics. At The Health First Group here in Mississauga you can count on us.  We look forward to evaluate your health and offer you the best treatment or alternatives. We are conveniently located in Port Credit in Mississauga.