Our doctor told you, "You need orthotics," but you still need to know the type necessary for your foot issues. Dr. Florin Costache and Dr. Kevin Derickson of Cherry Creek Foot and Ankle Clinic, located in Denver, CO, are well-versed in inserts, their types, and their beneficial uses.
Our doctor and experienced staff can help you fit the perfect inserts needed for your condition.
What Are Inserts?
You can buy OTC inserts but are not guaranteed to purchase the correct ones for your foot condition. It is wise to order custom-made inserts for your feet from a podiatrist.
Orthotics are not just inserts but can include support braces for the feet and ankles. Depending on the insert needed and your symptoms, our doctor may have you try over-the-counter inserts.
We use inserts to successfully treat pain, prevent your condition from worsening, and avoid surgery. We base specific inserts on conditions needing correcting, such as bunions, flat or high arches, feet with heavy calluses, damaged or injured feet, foot deformities such as hammer toes, and chronic conditions such as plantar fasciitis.
Different Types Of Orthopedic Devices
According to Cherry Creek Foot and Ankle Clinic, located in Denver, CO, orthotics come in various shapes and sizes. Below are some of the insert varieties.
- Foot pads come in different sizes and thicknesses. They cushion bunions and misaligned toes.
- Arch supports help support flat feet by cushioning and supporting a high arch.
- Insoles are designed to slip into your shoe and provide support, whether cushioning or a firm surface. They come in various styles and thicknesses.
- Ankle Braces are put on the foot before you put on your shoes. Braces come in different styles and are mainly used to support problems like tendonitis.
- Heel Liners cushion and precisely support the heel. As you age, the fat in the heel can become thinner, causing pain. Liners provide thickness to relieve pain. They also help those with chronic foot conditions such as plantar fasciitis.
- Custom inserts are either hard or soft, molded, and give optimum support to your foot. They can be expensive but will last longer than other over-the-counter inserts.
Call Us Today for Custom-Made Shoe Inserts
Inserts relieve pain, reduce further damage to your foot, and correct positional problems and alignment. Inserts, worn to enhance comfort, can be worn long-term and don’t cause adverse effects.
Call Dr. Costache and Dr. Derickson at 303-355-1695 at Cherry Creek Foot and Ankle Clinic located in Denver, CO, to order custom-made orthotics to match your foot issues and help with pain relief.
