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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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Treatment has been progressing nicely

“The treatment had been progressing nicely. Hatty has been releasing the tension in the muscles so that the the exercise routine she’s set up can do the work. I’m well on the way to getting back to better than normal.” Rick Wilson
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Chronic hip condition is getting better

“I’ve seen Remy for physio five times now and am excited a chronic hip condition is getting better! Very thankful for his help.” Jen Hlannon
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Friendly and knowledgeable

“Friendly and knowledgeable staff, highly recommended.” – Bill McMillian
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Effective treatment for low back pain

“Sandy is excellent. She has given me the most effective treatment for low back pain I have had from any practitioner and was exceptional with assessing my 8 year old son, made it very comfortable and fun for him.” Karen Short
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Welcomed with the most delightful smile

“I had a great experience with the Arbutus team. Every time I stepped into the clinic, I was welcomed with the most delightful smile and greeting from Rayanne. My physiotherapist, Josh, helped me along with my healing journey. I can tell he knows what he is doing. He not only helped me heal the injury…
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Providing exceptional treatment

“Sandy is very knowledgeable and intuitive. She has always identified the root cause(s) of my injuries and provided exceptional treatment that works.” – Rob Dibden