Are Your Feet Killing You? Maybe You Need Foot Orthotics?
Are Your Feet Killing You? Maybe You Need Foot Orthotics
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Foot pain is one of the most common conditions that the long-suffering patient does not realise as something that can be easily cured with foot orthotics. As your feet support the full weight of your body it is important to note that when a small problem occurs in the feet the style of your walk changes which in turn changes the way in which you hold your posture and in the way you walk. This will, in turn, put pressure and stress on joints higher up in your body and this can lead to more serious problems, which is why sometimes foot problems present as knee, hip, back or even neck pain!
Foot orthotics are sometimes referred to as "orthopedic insoles". They are placed inside your shoes and correct any imbalance you may have. They are custom made just for your feet and are as comfortable as ordinary insoles but have the advantage of having been made from precise imprints of your feet.
When you visit your chiropractor he will take a foot scan as you walk across a pressure plate where thousands of tiny sensors capture the distribution of pressure of the foot over time. This information is then sent to a computer which displays pictures of the pressure under your foot and helps pinpoint where your foot problem lies. If your specialist thinks you need foot orthotics he will send the data to a laboratory where your insole will be manufactured specifically to your needs and you and your feet can look forward to a pain free life.
There are lots of alternative medical clinics available to counteract foot pain, but when it comes to orthotics cork residents are lucky to have numerous options as regards treatment on their doorstep.