Custom orthotics work on your feet much like glasses work on your eyes. Orthotics can improve the pain caused by osteoarthritis of the foot and/or ankle in a number of ways:

Orthotics can change the distribution of force through the foot and/or ankle.

Orthotics can act as cushions to reduce the force through the foot and/or ankle.

Orthotics can change the alignment of the foot and/or ankle.

Custom orthotics fit into your shoes as comfortably as an insole. Proper Custom orthotics is an important part of an overall treatment program for people who suffer pain or have diabetes.

In addition, prescription foot orthoses help prevent future problems from occurring in the foot and lower extremity by reducing abnormal or pathological forces acting on the foot and lower extremity.

orthotics can serve an important role in the treatment osteoarthritis of the foot and/or ankle. Healthcare professionals who are skilled in treating osteoarthritis of the foot and/or ankle can advise whether orthotics would be helpful and how to get the correct type. Healthcare professionals can also advise on the appropriate type of shoe to wear with an orthotic.

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Source: DrFoot.ca