People with flat feet have little or no arch in the foot, meaning the full sole of the foot makes almost complete contact with the ground when standing still. While this condition, also known as fallen or collapsed arches, is not necessarily painful on its own, it does throw off the natural mechanics of the foot.
The arches are critical to providing a full range of motion and stability to the foot. If they aren’t fully developed or they are injured, it can put increased strain on other areas such as the forefoot or the heel. Custom orthotic insoles can help people with flat feet by increasing support and stability. To help you better understand your options if you are looking for the right custom orthotics for your needs, we’ve provided this helpful guide.
Custom orthotics options for people with flat feet
There are many ways to be fitted for custom orthotics, with each option having unique benefits depending on a person’s needs. Options include:
- Podiatrist’s offices — This is the traditional way to be fitted for custom orthotics. However, drawbacks can include travel time, a slow turnaround and a high cost — potentially upwards of $600 to $800.
- Retail outlets — To offer a quicker and more cost-effective solution, many specialty shoe stores and other retailers are now offering custom-made orthotics that can help people who have flat feet. If you do explore this option, make sure the products are made with high quality material and are backed by industry expertise.
- Online providers — The rise of digital technology has made it easier than ever to craft custom orthotics using information that a person can provide without leaving their house. Once again, make sure that any custom orthotic solution you order online is made from high quality materials and is backed by health care professionals.
Biocorrect offers top quality custom orthotics
At Biocorrect Custom Orthotics Lab, we offer a full line of custom, semi-custom and over-the-counter orthotics for flat feet and other foot types that can be fitted at one of our offices or through our online store. Unlike much of our competition, we are a fully-customizable foot orthotic system and lab, backed by more than 25 years of expertise in our field. When you order your pair of custom orthotics online, we will send you a moldable foam impression kit that you can complete and return to us. We will then craft your inserts to the exact specifications of your feet using the information you have provided us.
To learn more and to read testimonials from our satisfied customers, visit our online store today.
