Orthotics Q & A

If you suffer from foot pain, it is in your interest to schedule an appointment with Fair Oaks Podiatry and Sports Medicine by dialing (703) 865-6783. Our team will determine if you can benefit from orthotics. Plenty of patients who feel foot pain stemming from conditions ranging from plantar fasciitis to pinched nerves, hammertoes and bunions find orthotics are quite helpful. Our medical specialists will analyze your unique foot problem and help you decide whether it is prudent to move forward with the use of a foot orthotic. If the bones, joints, tendons, muscles or ligaments within the foot are not in the optimal functional position and spurring pain, fatigue or discomfort, an orthotic might be recommended.

Foot orthotics are made with both semiflexible and semirigid materials in accordance with each patient’s unique foot problem. This means the orthotic used by the patient who enters our office after you won’t be ideal for your unique foot issue. Let our team analyze your foot problem and we will help you determine which type of orthotic is optimal for your foot health, be it a professional custom orthotic, an orthotic that is available over-the-counter or one of another variety. If a custom prescription orthotic is ideal for your foot malady, a professional analysis of your unique health history including an assessment of your activity level, height, weight and medical condition(s) will be necessary.