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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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I feel like a different person!

“Hatty is fantastic! I went in with what I believe is called “middle-aged desk job back”, barely able to walk, and 100% feeling my age. Hatty took the time to build a recovery plan that was achievable but challenging. Eight weeks later I feel like a different person! 10/10″ Kirstine RJ Rose
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My first choice when in need of physio

“Jamie at Arbutus Physio Westshore is professional, thorough and knows her stuff. Great reception staff too, my first choice when in need of physio.” Nick Pletsch
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Explained things well

“Joseph is very friendly and knowledgeable. He explained things very well. Beautiful new office as well!” Raegen Bonanni
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Getting me back to pre-injury status

“Remy is doing an excellent job at getting me back to pre-injury status.” M Max
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Everyone is very kind, welcoming, and approachable.

“I love this clinic. Everyone is very kind and welcoming. Brandon is very approachable and always has great insight in how to help. I recently tweaked my back and Brandon had me up and mobile very quickly. I can’t recommend him enough.” Kathryn Mullis
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Felt heard

“Very easy to talk and listened to my problem.” Fred Thrlfall