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Custom orthotics

Proper foot functioning allows us to move freely without pain or dysfunction. Effective walking, running, dancing and jumping all depend on the proper foot biomechanics. Our practitioners prescribe custom orthotics after a thorough assessment and gait analysis. We use The Footmaxx System for fabrication of our orthotics.

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Foot biomechanics

Foot biomechanics is the study of the relationship of the foot to the lower leg. During walking and other movements the musculoskeletal system can generate a lot of force. Good mechanical functioning depends on many muscles and tissues of the foot.

An athlete stretches out her stride: diagram of the places and joints that orthotics affect.

The health of your body rests on your feet

Pain and disorders that can be addressed through prescription orthotics include:

  • lower back pain
  • piriformis syndrome
  • patello-femoral syndrome
  • shin splints
  • achilles tendonitis
  • heel spur syndrome
  • bunions

How we do it

We use a computerized dynamic weight bearing gait analysis. It is a state of the art technology that allows static and dynamic computer analysis of the foot and lower extremity. The Metascan plate provides detailed and precise information on function and movement patterns. Lastly, the orthotics are manufactured by 3Dmaxx Metascan or Foam Casts.

Sport specific

There are eleven sport specific Footmaxx orthotics available:

  • cross trainer
  • basketball
  • golf
  • cycling
  • marathoner
  • soccer
  • baseball
  • hockey
  • football
  • ski
  • tennis
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What our patients say about us

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Great atmosphere and wonderful help

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Walking and hiking again

“My physiotherapist Remy helped me to walk/hike again without pain. He provided me with hip strengthening exercises at each session & explained the instructions in good detail. Staff at Arbutus Physio are very friendly!” – Jennifer Ellis
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“Brandon is amazing! He was able to get to the bottom of my shoulder pain and give me a treatment plan in the first visit. The clinic is bright and clean, and the front desk staff are incredibly welcoming.” Melissa Phillips
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Asked all the right questions

“Joshua did a thorough review of my case. He asked all the right questions, did an exam and gave great treatment. He also gave me some exercises to do at home. I highly recommend him.” Anne Elliott
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So happy I brought my son here for treatment.

“Amazingly kind and knowledable staff. So happy I brought my son here for treatment. Thank you for a great experience from start to finish.” Danielle Vernon