Daily foot pain can turn simple tasks into major challenges. Whether you’re walking the dog or standing for long periods at work, sore feet affect your entire day.
Ahwatukee Foot & Ankle Center helps patients in Phoenix and Maricopa, Arizona, find lasting relief from foot pain. Our podiatry team focuses on conservative treatment options first to help you heal without surgery.
One of the tools in our arsenal is custom orthotics. These prescription shoe inserts are designed specifically for your anatomy and support your unique stride to reduce daily discomfort.
Custom orthotics address several types of foot and ankle issues that cause pain. What you might not expect is that orthotics can help relieve lower back pain.
Your feet are the foundation of your body. If your feet roll inward too much or your arches collapse, it forces your legs to rotate inward. This rotation can misalign your pelvis and strain your lower back.
One study in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health evaluated adults with chronic lower back pain and inwardly rolling feet. The researchers found that custom orthoses significantly decreased lower back pain after four weeks of use.
At Ahwatukee Foot & Ankle Center, we look at the big picture. We can evaluate your posture and gait to address pain from your feet on up.
High-quality store-bought inserts can relieve mild daily pain; they offer general cushioning. However, they’re not designed for your specific foot structure. The orthotics you can get from our team provide precise support.
In a study published in Foot & Ankle Orthopaedics, adult patients with custom orthotics reported higher satisfaction scores than those using prefabricated ones. While both options help, custom devices often feel better because they match your exact foot shape.
We use state-of-the-art 3D imaging to capture your foot structure. This allows us to create a highly personalized device. We help you choose the right option to address what’s causing your daily foot pain.
Slipping an insert into your shoe is rarely enough to solve the problem on its own. Our team creates comprehensive plans for foot pain and heel pain that combine custom support with active rehabilitation. This dual approach targets the root cause of your discomfort.
Clinical guidelines in the Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy advise against using orthotics as a standalone treatment for heel pain. Instead, they recommend pairing orthotics with daily calf stretches and foot exercises. Our team has years of experience and can help set you up with a personalized program that provides effective relief.
If you’re tired of daily foot pain, schedule an evaluation at Ahwatukee Foot & Ankle Center now. Our team treats you like family and guides you toward the best solution for your lifestyle.
