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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.

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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

The relief is immeasurable!

“After a year of at times agonizing pain and repeat misdiagnosis, I feel I finally hit a pot of gold being in Sandy’s highly skillful and very thorough care. The relief from finally knowing the cause of my pain and from receiving effective treatment at last is immeasurable!” Anja

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A restorative tonic

“Kristen makes the world a better place! She is a wonderful listener, full of a gentle vitality and always a willingness to provide great advice. An hour in her company is a restorative tonic. Thank you!” Amber Derricourt

Helped to resolve some of my old chronic injuries

“I give Dr Veronica Hewstan 5 stars. She is a fantastic chiropractor who not only knows her profession well but offers genuine care and attention. I have always left the office feeling immediate results, and often have received relief with areas/injuries which I didn’t even consider could be addressed chiropractically. Her knowledge is extensive and…

Entire staff are so kind

“Super thankful for my experience at Arbutus. Joshua spent several weeks helping me figure out my injury and after many beneficial visits, I feel healthier and way more aware of what my body needs day to day, and during exercise. He was very knowledgeable, easy to get along with and explained things perfectly. The entire…

You will be in good hands!

“Sandy is extremely knowledgeable and caring. She takes the time to properly assess each patient and treat the underlying issues. This type of care and attention to detail is so rarely found today. If you are lucky enough to get in to see Sandy, you will be in good hands!” Greg Burke

Everyone at Arbutus is incredibly helpful