When prescribing orthoses the podiatrist’s at Entire Podiatry will perform the following:

Manufacturing Custom Orthotics

The proper manufacturing of custom orthotics is an essential component in determining proper patient fit as well as patient acceptance.  This process determines whether or not you receive quality devices that will best treat your condition.  As with everything, there are well-made orthotics and poorly-made orthotics.  The ability of an orthotic device to eliminate your pain is dependent on the quality of the orthotics.  The quality of the orthotics is dependent on three primary steps:

1. The cast of your feet
2. The prescription the podiatrists writes (based on the examination and the podiatrists knowledge and experience)
3. The work of the orthotic lab in producing your orthotics

Dispensing and Break-in

Your Podiatrist will work with you to ensure that your orthotics are comfortable and are relieving your symptoms. They should also provide you with detailed information on the proper shoes for your feet. This will help you find appropriate, comfortable and fashionable shoes, if appropriate.

Follow-up 

One of the most important parts of orthotic therapy is appropriate follow-up. If you have a problem with orthotic fit, function, comfort, shoe fit or any other issue, your podiatrist must be able to diagnose and correct these concerns. This is why a skilled, knowledgeable and experienced practitioner can usually provide the best clinical outcomes