At our Multi-Disciplinary Physiotherapy, Massage Therapy, and Foot Clinic in Oakville many people ask us about the difference between Orthotics from different practitioners
“I see orthotics advertised in many stores / clinics. Why should I get orthotics at your Oakville clinic?”
We always tell people that Custom Orthotics are an investment in your health, function and well-being. In order to do so you want ensure you get the correct custom orthotics, prescribed by a Ontario Registered Chiropodist and Foot Specialist. The use of Orthtics to treat a patient is part of the Legal Scope of Practice of a Registered Chiropodist or Podiatrist under the Ontario Chiropody Act. There is no other Regulated Health Discipline that has this defined in their Scope of Practice. Orthotics are used in a number of situations:
- Plantar Fasciitis
- High Arches/Flat feet
- Heel pain
- Achilles tendinitis
- Diabetic pressure relief
- Arthritis
- Ankle instability
- Hip pain
- knee pain
- Bunions
- Claw toes
Many private insurance companies are being more stringent on who can fit for and dispense orthotics for the above reasons. Prescriptions are accepted by most Health Insurance Plans.