Custom-fitted orthotics correct foot biomechanics and weight distribution — reducing stress on the ankles, knees, hips, and spine, and addressing the postural root of many chronic pain conditions.
Overview
The feet are the foundation of your entire skeletal structure. When that foundation is compromised — through flat arches, overpronation, supination, or leg length discrepancy — the compensatory stress travels up through the ankles, knees, hips, and spine. Custom orthotics correct these foundational biomechanical faults, often producing dramatic improvements in conditions that seem unrelated to the feet.
How It Works
Dr. Cayer conducts a comprehensive postural and gait analysis, including digital foot scanning if indicated. Custom orthotics are then fabricated from precisely measured casts or scans of your feet, incorporating specific corrections tailored to your individual biomechanical findings. These are far more effective than over-the-counter arch supports.
Key Benefits
- Corrects foundational postural imbalances
- Reduces stress on knees, hips, and low back
- Relieves plantar fasciitis, heel pain, and arch pain
- Improves athletic performance and endurance
- Reduces fatigue from standing or walking
- Far more effective than store-bought insoles
Conditions Treated
What to Expect
The fitting process takes about 30 minutes and involves a postural assessment and foot scan. Orthotics are typically ready within 2–3 weeks. Most patients notice improvement in comfort within the first few days of wearing them.
Many patients are surprised to discover that their chronic knee pain, hip pain, or low back pain is rooted in foot biomechanics. Correcting the foundation often resolves problems that spinal treatment alone cannot fully address.
