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Foot Problems

Foot Posture Analysis

When a problem develops in your feet, the subtle change in the way you walk will cause a chain reaction of adjustments in your posture and walking mechanics.

These changes can put stress on joints higher up in your body, and can lead to more serious problems. The Orthotic Group (TOG) custom orthotics help rebalance your feet, reducing pain and discomfort by enhancing your natural movement.

Above on the left is a typical scan which shows a dynamic foot scan on the left and how the patient's scan should look optimally on the right. Gaitscan can identify many foot problems and their causes - such as foot pronation (pic above and right), supination and pes planus.

Custom Made Orthotics

Prescription orthotics (example below) look like insoles but are in fact biomechanical appliances that are custom made to correct your specific foot imbalance. They reduce stress and strain on the body by bringing your feet back into proper alignment.

They are made from precise imprints of your feet and gently correct foot abnormalities and can reduce problems associated with pressure points, muscle strain and abnormal forces on the ankles, knees, hips and spine. They can be used for walking, sports, children's foot problems and everyday use.

• The symptoms of faulty foot mechanics can include any one of the following:
• Plantar Fasciitis
• Metatarsalgia
• Localised foot pain
• Bunions, hammer toes
• Arch / heel pain
• Leg / knee pain
• Hip or back pain- even neck pain

Having your feet scanned and analysed may give you relief and prevent further episodes of pain and degeneration of the condition.

Your foot posture is as individual as your fingerprints, custom made orthotics are tailor-made to support and correct your feet. Off the shelf orthotics do not fit your individual prescription in the same way. The Gaitscan can help identify and treat chronic and acute sports injuries due to poor foot posture.

For more information about TOG Orthotics visit: www.theorthoticgroup.com

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