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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
Two X-ray images of a right foot, from top and side, with a hot spot diagram to the right.

What our patients say about us

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Very knowledgeable and helpful

“Very knowledgeable and helpful. Makes it possible for me to continue being active.” Marsha Petty-Johnson
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So thankful to have stumbled upon Arbutus

“I’ve been very lucky in finding Joshua at Arbutus Physio. He’s been able to help me so much in the time that we’ve worked together. It’s only been a few months, if that, and I’ve been able to almost get rid of my plantar fasciitis and tendonitis, as well as some nerve pain. So thankful…
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If there was another star, I would gladly give it

“I normally do not provide reviews, but feel compelled to do so for Sandy and her team. What a fantastic experience. A team of consummate professionals, friendly, helpful and always willing to help. If there was another star, I would gladly give it as Arbutus Physio stands out from any and all other physiotherapy practices…
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Treated with care and respect

“What a beautiful place to get recovered from. I felt warm welcomed, and treated with professionalism, care and respect. Thank you Rachel and Jamie!” Jason Zhang
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Knowledgeable and gentle

“My first physiotherapy appointment today with Hatty was great. She was very thorough, answered all my questions without me having to ask, explained my situation so I understood and came up with an exercise and lifestyle plan before I left. She is very knowledgeable, gentle and knows her stuff. She made everything effortless for me….
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Sweet, understanding and actually helped

“Amazing people here. Friendly and awesome. My physiotherapist Fawn Whiting was sweet, understanding and actually helped relieve back pain from which I was suffering for a few years. She taught me few excercises which i still do from time to time to relieve back pain. Thanks Arbutus and Fawn 😁” Shraddha Saraf