Effectiveness of orthoticsPosts and articles about Effectiveness of orthoticsBlogBabafemi AdebajoHow to Correct Supination: Stretches, Exercises, Orthotics, & MoreSupination, not to be confused with pronation, refers to the rolling of the foot on its outer borders when walking or running. While supination is normal to a d...BlogJanik SundstromBest Morton's Neuroma Orthotics Morton's neuroma is characterized by aggravation and swelling of a nerve in your forefoot, usually due to compression of the nerve by the surrounding tissue. M...BlogBabafemi AdebajoBest Materials for Orthotics: How and Why Orthotic Materials DifferWith more people looking to avoid medications, orthotics have become essential in treating foot conditions. Medical practitioners prescribe different types of o...BlogBabafemi Adebajo5 Best Custom Insoles for Supination—Made by Top Podiatrists in {year}Pronation and supination are necessary for proper foot movement. Pronation refers to the natural side-to-side movement of the foot when walking or running. Duri...BlogBabafemi AdebajoBenefits of Wearing Arch Supports for Your Feet and AnklesOur environment is constantly changing, and our feet are no exception. The way we live, work, and play puts a lot of stress on our feet, which can lead to pain ...BlogUpstep StaffHow to Fix Overpronated AnklesAnkle overpronation, often known as flat feet, is a natural occurrence that occurs when the arches of the foot roll inward or downward while walking. The foot s...BlogStaff WriterCan Natural Treatments and Custom Insoles Cure Pain From Flat Feet?Flat feet, also known as fallen arches, is a condition in which the arches of your feet are depressed, and most, if not all, of the sole is in contact with the ...BlogJanik SundstromBest Orthotics for Flat Feet and Plantar FasciitisFlat feet and plantar fasciitis can turn your world upside down. The constant ache, the disrupted sleep, and the limitations on your daily activities can be unb...BlogUpstep StaffThe Best Orthotic Insoles for SesamoiditisSesamoids can be found in a variety of joints throughout the body and refer to a bone that's embedded in a tendon or muscle. In a healthy foot, the sesamoid is ...BlogStaff WriterBenefits of Orthotics for Basketball PlayersBasketball is an extremely high-impact sport that puts a lot of pressure and stress on the legs and feet. Although, playing basketball has many benefits, such ...BlogStaff WriterBenefits of Cycling OrthoticsCycling is a very leg-intensive sport that has innumerable advantages like improved cardiovascular health, decreased body fat, improvement of joint mobility, an...BlogBabafemi AdebajoTreatments for Plantar Plate TearsThe plantar plate is the fibrocartilaginous ligament in the ball of your foot that supports the toe joints and keeps them in place. When there is repetitive ove...BlogJoel TaylorWhy and When Should You Use Custom Orthotics?Although there are some foot conditions that can be excruciatingly painful, the existence and effects of others can go unnoticed. The treatment of many foot con...BlogStaff WriterTreatment Guide for Plantar FasciitisThe plantar fascia is a thin casing of connective tissue below the skin, surrounding and covering the sole muscles. It extends from the origin of the heel of th...AnswersBabafemi AdebajoCan You Treat Fat Pad Atrophy With Orthotics?Fat pads are closely packed fatty tissues found in specific areas of the body. They protect the foot's bones, tendons, ligaments, blood vessels, and nerves by a...AnswersAvik DasShould You Put Orthotic Insoles Into Your Gym Shoes?While it is not absolutely necessary, putting orthotic insoles in your weightlifting shoes can enhance your weightlifting performance. Well-made orthotic insol...AnswersBabafemi AdebajoShould You Use Orthotic Insoles for Supination?Supination is the external rotation of the foot. It occurs when you bear weight on the outer edges of your feet while moving. This can place undue stress on you...AnswersPetal MashrakiFlat Feet Without Pain: Do You Need Orthotics?If your flat feet are not causing you pain, you can probably live without orthotics. Some people never experience the symptoms of low arches. In others, the sym...AnswersBabafemi AdebajoDo You Need Arch Support if You Have High Arches?It can be hard to concentrate on work when your feet hurt, yet foot pain is a common problem many people face, and the risk is higher in people who have high ar...CommunityCan orthotics cause sciatica?Hey, I've got sciatica that comes and goes. Sometimes I'll be sitting, and suddenly I can't move, or my legs would go dead. I've been wondering if orthotic inso...CommunityCan tarsal tunnel syndrome heal on its own?Long story short, a bad sprain that happened during a high jump caused me to put excess pressure onto my left foot for a long while. I didn't think that this wo...CommunityHow long does it take for orthotics to help plantar fasciitis to go away?Greetings, fellow humans. I went and bought myself custom orthotics to help me get through plantar fasciitis, but now I can't help wondering how long I will h...CommunityOver the counter vs. custom orthotics for a torn plantar plate?Hello everybody, and thank you for taking the time to read this. I have been diagnosed with a torn plantar plate in my right foot. We tend to take long walks ...AnswersBabafemi AdebajoHow to Get Used to Orthotics FasterMost people expect their orthotics to give them immediate pain relief. While this is possible, you’re likely to find your orthotics feel uncomfortable instead. ...AnswersBabafemi AdebajoShould You Clean Your Orthotics?Yes, you must clean your orthotics. With use, they can gather dirt and moisture and begin to smell. More so, mold and mildew can easily grow in uncleaned orthot...CommunityDo Orthotics help with Ankle Pain?I have ankle pain and want to know if there are a set of orthotics or insoles I could buy to help.CommunityDo orthotics help with weak ankles?I have chronic ankle instability and am looking for the best support for my weak ankles. I have already suffered multiple sprains in my life and don't really wa...CommunityHow can I soothe my burning feet after standing all day?Hi there. I'm a bartender who suffers from burning feet syndrome. The symptoms of this condition are extremely aggravated after a shift. Does anyone have any t...CommunityAre insoles good for fallen arches?I've been doing a bit of research on buying insoles for fallen arches. However, I can't seem to find a definite answer on whether or not insoles are good for fa...CommunityHow often should you wear your orthotics?Hi, I'm in the hospitality industry, and I'm on my feet a lot. My feet have been so sore, and my manager recommended orthotics, but should I wear them all the t...CommunityAre orthotics necessary for plantar fasciitis?Hi, I went to a doctor the other day because my left foot has been incredibly sore, and they told me I've got plantar fasciitis. They gave me some stretches t...CommunityCan I play tennis when wearing orthotics?Hey guys, I'm a tennis player and want to find out if it would be beneficial for me to put these in my shoes while playing tennis. Apparently, it can increase m...CommunityCan orthotics help my hallux limitus due to golf?I suffer from terrible joint pain in my big toe, all because I love to play golf! And so it has become time to try and do something about it. But I'm not sure w...CommunityWill orthotics help with Achilles tendon pain?I participate in sports that involve frequent jumping, such as basketball, and recently got the diagnosis of Achilles tendon dysfunction, or Achilles tendonitis...CommunityCan orthotics cause bunion pain?Hi, I got orthotics for extra foot support. However, I can feel the bunions that I have starting to flare up. Is it possible that the orthotics are causing the ...CommunityCan orthotics help with degenerative disc disease?If orthotics correct your feet and align your body, does it mean it can help support and ease the back pain caused by degenerative disc disease?CommunityCan foot orthotics cause back pain?Since I've started wearing orthotics for arch support, I've been experiencing back pain. Could this be due to the orthotics making things worse, or is it someth...AnswersBabafemi AdebajoCan Orthotics Cause Knee Pain?It is impossible to experience pain anywhere in the body without impacting your quality of life. As a result, anything that causes pain relief also improves the...CommunityWhat else can I do against the pain except for a cortisone shot and arch support for my supination?So I was diagnosed with supination, they gave me a cortisone shot and arch support and my pain is coming back. What else can I do? Do orthotics help?CommunityCan orthotics help knee arthritis?Hi guys, I have arthritic knees and I'm looking for a solution. I'm an avid walker and can't imagine going without it. Are there any recommended orthotics that ...CommunityDo orthotics help relieve back pain?Good day all, I've been sitting with persistent back pain, and someone told me I should try orthotics. Would they really help to ease the pain?AnswersHosea MachioWhat Happens if You Stop Wearing Your Orthotics?According to professional instruction, orthotics are meant to be worn all the time as they address the foot function rather than the foot itself. Therefore, you...CommunityCan orthotics assist the healing process of a stress fracture? I have a small stress fracture in my leg from running. It isn't anything major, and I was wondering if wearing orthotics can help me with the healing process? CommunityWill orthotics relieve pain on the outer side of my foot?I don't have very pronounced arches in my feet, in fact, I'll go as far as to say that I am flat-footed. I think this has been the leading cause of the pain on ...AnswersJoel TaylorHow Effective Are Custom Orthotics in Correcting Overpronation?Overpronation is a foot problem categorized by the ankle rolling too far inward as you walk, putting extra pressure on your big toe and the inside of your foot....AnswersJoel TaylorAre Pre-Made Orthotic Shoes as Good as Custom-Made Orthotics in Treating Overpronation?If you have overpronation that's significant enough to require a pair of orthotics to try and correct the problem, then you're going to face the choice between ...AnswersPetal MashrakiWould Orthotics Help With Arthritis in My Toes?Orthotics can help reduce foot pain caused by arthritis. They can make it easier to live with arthritis, but orthotics won't cure the condition. However, they c...
