What Are Orthotics?
Orthotics are orthopedic devices designed to treat or adjust various biomechanical foot and lower limb disorders. The best orthotics are custom tailored devices specifically crafted to meet the needs of a particular individual.
Orthotics can be used to help individuals with the following conditions:
- Lower back pain
- Patellofemoral pain syndrome
- Metatarsalgia
- Morton’s Neuroma
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Osteoarthritis in the lower extremities
- Iliotibial Band Irritation
- Chronic Ankle sprains/instability
- Achilles Tendinopathy
- And many more….
What Does An Assessment Look Like?
We provide a detailed gait analysis and musculoskeletal examination using an individualized analysis as well as casting of the foot that provides us with a very clear picture of foot mechanics, pressure and timing sequences of each step.
It is with this information that we are able to provide custom-made prescription orthotics that best fit an individual’s biomechanical and lifestyle needs. Your orthotics can be made to fit into your running shoes, dress shoes, flats, high heels or a combination of different shoes. Kew Gardens Health Group has partnered with The Orthotic Group leaders in the industry.
Dr. Sophia da Silva-Oolup and Dr. Natalie Labelle have additional certification in custom orthotic analysis and prescription.
