Custom foot orthotics are tailor made devices that controls the amount of excessive pronation and supination that a foot goes through when walking, running or cycling. All people naturally pronate and supinate but excessive movement either way can be problematic. Pronation control shoes or shoes with stabilizing features help to control wearing of the shoe while foot orthotics help to control the stabilizing and mechanics of the body.
Proper footwear (preferably pedorthic footwear) is the most important partner for foot orthotics. Foot orthotics need a strong, stable supportive base; avoid poorly constructed, non-supportive footwear. We recommend to purchase footwear from a salesperson who is experienced in fitting foot orthotics users.
Wear the foot orthotics as long as they are comfortable. If they bother your feet, take them out immediately, and try them again a few hours later. Increase wear time as they become more comfortable. During the first week, do not wear your foot orthotics while playing sport, during workouts or other strenuous physical activity in the first week of use. After two weeks, you should be completely comfortable wearing foot orthotics for all activities.
Foot orthotics can be washed with mild soap and warm water, and air dried. Keep away from high heat sources, do not machine wash or use harsh chemicals.
