Orthotics are used to correct problems which are causes by injury to bones, muscles or ligaments.

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Orthotics can heal an injury, while providing support to alleviate discomfort which has resulted from an injury.

Orthotist

Orthotist receive a bachelors degree and they are then able to create or apply orthotic devices.

Orthotics and insoles

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Orthotic insoles are generally placed in shoes and may be custom made, depending on the ailment that is being corrected.

Orthotic shoes

Orthotic shoes are generally custom made and each shoe may be of differing heights, sizes and widths.

Hanger Orthotics

Hanger orthotics was created as a result of Federal funding that resulted from the large amount of soldiers that required orthotics and prosthetics after World War II.

Orthotics for planter fasciitis

Orthotics can correct issues such as planer fasciitis which can cause extreme heel pain due to a ligament which has been over stretched.

Orthotic inserts

Orthotic inserts are custom made to fit inside a shoe and they are made from material which can flex as an individual takes steps. Although the material is flexible, it still provides the required support.