Orthotics
Custom orthotics are a prescriptive medical devices that are made from a cast or mold of your foot with corrective changes made. They are prescribed by a foot and ankle doctor qualified in biomechanics (study of normal and abnormal movement with associated anatomy). These devices are specifically made to correct and support the foot. Much like contact lenses or prescription eyeglasses orthotics are meant to correct variations of foot types. The end purpose of orthotics is to allow normal functioning of the foot and ankle. By doing so prevents joints such as the knees, hips, and back from having to compensate thereby reducing overall stress to these areas.
Over the counter inserts (sometimes called accomadative orthotics) are meant to provide cushioning or nonspecific generic support much the same as reading glasses if we continue the analogy. Any device purchased or prescribed that is not taken from a cast or mold of your foot while being held in a corrected position is accomadative. Examples of this would include scanning devices at a local retail store or pressure mats.
Over the counter inserts (sometimes called accomadative orthotics) are meant to provide cushioning or nonspecific generic support much the same as reading glasses if we continue the analogy. Any device purchased or prescribed that is not taken from a cast or mold of your foot while being held in a corrected position is accomadative. Examples of this would include scanning devices at a local retail store or pressure mats.
