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Orthotics services offered in American Fork and Saratoga Springs, UT
Orthotics are supportive devices that improve and protect the function of your feet and ankles. At Rogers Foot & Ankle Institute, the experienced podiatry team offers custom orthotics that mold to the unique shape of your foot or ankle to maximize their support. They can recommend custom orthotics to relieve pain from arthritis or plantar fasciitis and prevent issues like corns, calluses, and bunions. Call the American Fork or Saratoga Springs, Utah, office to schedule a consultation for custom orthotics or book an appointment online today.
What are orthotics?
Orthotics are medical devices that support the function of your feet and ankles. They can also correct misalignments or deformities that interfere with your mobility or increase your risk for painful foot and ankle injuries. If you’re dealing with any foot or ankle pain, custom orthotics may be the answer.
Common types of orthotics can include:
- Shoe inserts
- Arch supports
- Pads and cushions
- Ankle braces
Rogers Foot & Ankle Institute offers custom orthotics for adults and children. The team makes molds of your feet to ensure each orthotic fits correctly and provides optimal foot and ankle support.
When should I consider orthotics?
You might be a candidate for the custom orthotics available at Rogers Foot & Ankle Institute if you have pain or limited mobility due to:
- Arthritis
- Bunions
- Flat feet
- Hammertoes
- Corns and calluses
- Plantar fasciitis
- Sports injuries
- Ankle instability
- Morton’s neuroma
Custom orthotics can also benefit people with diabetes at increased risk for pressure sores and diabetic foot ulcers.
The podiatry team may also suggest custom orthotics for athletes at all levels participating in high-impact sports or individuals spending time walking or standing on hard or uneven surfaces.
The team can determine which orthotics you need during a comprehensive foot and ankle exam. They may also suggest a gait analysis to evaluate how your body moves and how much support your feet and ankles need to stay healthy.
What type of orthotics do I need?
Rogers Foot & Ankle Institute offers custom orthotics made from different materials, ranging from soft foam to rigid plastics. The podiatrists determine which type of orthotics you need based on your overall health and the symptoms you experience.
The team takes precise measurements of your feet and ankles to design orthotics that mold to your body’s unique shape. They send the information to a manufacturer that makes the devices.
When your orthotics are ready, you visit the office for a fitting. The providers ensure the devices are comfortable and fit your feet or ankles.
Call the Rogers Foot & Ankle Institute office near you to learn more about the benefits of custom orthotics, or book a consultation online today.
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