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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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Very knowledgeable and helpful

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Helped to resolve some of my old chronic injuries

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“I love Arbutus! As an avid runner, I’ve had multiple injuries treated by three different physiotherapists. They’re courteous, knowledgeable and have magic hands to fix any problem. Their front desk staff is also lovely, helpful and professional. If you need physiotherapy of any kind, this is the place to go! If you’re a runner, Joshua…
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Full mobility back

“Very welcoming atmosphere, friendly and knowledgeable. Joseph was an excellent physiotherapist and helped me get full mobility back after breaking my ankle.” Marguerite Casey-Wolnicki
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Feeling confident

“First appointment with Remy and I feel confident we will regain my range of motion. He did a great job of assessing and explaining what is going on and how we will approach it. Mackenzie managing the front is also very welcoming and helpful! The new space is beautiful.” Tammy Ruffolo