All you need to know about Orthoses

(Arch supports)


Below is a table of theTypes of Orthotics we use very successfully!
Types of Orthotics

 

Custom Foot Orthoses

Heat Mouldable Orthoses

Method of Manufacture

 - Cast of both feet taken.
- Model made of each foot.
-  Plastic-like material  
   is pressed onto the foot
   models to create a mirror
   image of each foot in its
   correct functioning position.
- The Orthotics covered with a
   soft material. 		- A rubber pre-fabricated 
  shell is used.
- The shell is heated & held
  under a correctly positioned
  foot.
- The shell moulds to the  
   foot.
- The shell is reinforced to
   make the new shape
   permanent & hold the foot
   in its correct functioning 
   position.
-  Orthotics covered with a
    soft material

Picture

 

 

Best Use

General daily activities - Standing Walking, small amount of running.

Mainly Running,  Sporting activities involving side to side movement

Function

Optimal control and correction for your feet, resulting in good overall bodily posture and correct foot function when walking and standing.

Offer some shock absorption while providing adequate foot control when running.

Best Footwear

- Enclosed shoes with
  removable insoles
- Casual sandals with
   removable insole
- Stable shoe that orthoses &
   feet fit into.
- Trainer

- Trainer
- Stable shoe that orthoses &
   feet fit into.

 

Prices

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Life Span

Dependent on use, Usually replace:

- Rubber post every 1 to 2yrs
- Plastic shell every 5 years
- Cover every year or when
  required

Dependent on use, Usually replace:

- Whole device 2 to 3 years
- Cover every year or when
   required

Reviews

of Orthoses & footwear checks should be done every year

of Orthoses & footwear checks should be done every year

 

Slimfit orthotics are a solution for providing comfort and function in a difficult to fit shoe. Examples include women's heels, and dress shoes for both men and women.