Your feet absorb lots of pressure every day. When walking becomes painful or your feet feel sore the moment you wake up, rest might not cut it anymore. At Aloha Foot and Ankle Associates in Mission Viejo, California, we see the difference proper foot support makes for our patients. Custom orthotics often provide that missing support.
The moldable foam cushions you find at the drugstore might feel good for a few days, but they’re not designed for your unique foot structure. They compress quickly and often make problems worse by masking symptoms without addressing the root cause.
Custom orthotics are medical devices precisely crafted to your foot’s exact measurements. They’re created using detailed scans or impressions that capture every curve, arch, and pressure point that makes your feet uniquely yours.
Many people think orthotics are just for runners or basketball players, but nearly anyone can benefit from the support and cushion they provide. If you stand, walk, or move during your day — which most of us do — your feet deserve proper support.
That nagging knee pain, aching hip, or calf tightness might actually start with your feet. Many patients are shocked to learn seemingly unrelated discomfort often stems from foot mechanics.
When your feet aren’t properly aligned, it creates a chain reaction affecting your entire musculoskeletal system.
Common issues that custom orthotics can help address include:
These problems can take years to develop. Custom orthotics correct your foundation, potentially resolving pain throughout your body — not just in your feet.
If you have diabetes, arthritis, or other chronic conditions, custom orthotics provide protection as much as comfort. They redistribute pressure to prevent ulcers, reduce inflammation, and accommodate deformities that could otherwise lead to serious complications.
Quality orthotics don't make your shoes tight or uncomfortable like drugstore inserts might. They often improve how shoes fit by stabilizing your foot in its proper position. Most orthotics can move between several pairs of your favorite shoes.
At Aloha Foot and Ankle Associates, we create orthotics for specific activities in your life.
Need support for your morning runs but something different for work shoes? We create activity-specific orthotics designed for whatever you do.
While the upfront cost is higher than drugstore inserts, custom orthotics typically last for several years with proper care. When you calculate the daily cost over their lifespan, most patients spend less than a dollar a day for significant pain relief and improved mobility.
Our team at Aloha Foot and Ankle Associates can evaluate your gait, discuss your symptoms, and determine if custom orthotics could help you move more comfortably through life. Call our office, or use our online booking tool to schedule an appointment.
