Shoe Inserts for Flat Feet

There are many different foot types that different people have. One of the more common one is referred to as a pronated foot type, more commonly known as a flatfoot. Flatfoot is a result of many different causes, but most often it is due to obesity, genetics, lax ligaments and trauma. Many people are flat footed and never have any issues, but when flat footedness starts to cause problems it can be very detrimental to a person causing them a good deal of discomfort.

Some of the problems that can result from having a flat foot include problems that extend up the kinetic chain through your foot, ankle, knee, hip and lower back. A person can suffer from common ailments ranging from plantar fasciitis along the soft tissue sheath on the bottom of your foot, clear up to lower back pain. Problems that are due to your flatfoot can often be corrected by shoe inserts that are known as orthoses. These foot inserts cause your feet to sit in a corrected position that relieves the pain elicited by having a flat foot.

There are two main types of orthoses that exist. One is a generic version that fits an average foot type and the other is customized to your specific foot type. By coming in to the office, an impression can be made of your foot that will then be used to make your customized orthoses. Adjustments to these can be made to better support your foot and cushion areas that are causing you trouble.

If you or someone  you know has been experiencing pain due to their flatfeet and you live in Methuen, North Andover, Lowell or Tewksbury, Massachusetts, our office staff would be more than happy to help you make an appointment. Dr. Wachtel can help determine what is the best form of treatment for you to help relieve your pain and make your feet happy again.