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THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS IN FOOT SUPPORT
| In the world of "foot supports" there typically existed two types of supports. One of these is arch supports that you purchase in drug stores or supermarkets. The vast majority of these items are no better or more supportive than the innersole that comes with a pair of sneakers. They are basically a one size fits all in terms of attempting to be all things to all foot conditions. Don't believe me, compare for yourself! That left prescription orthotics which are custom made to the individuals foot structure, usually through a plaster of paris impression of the individuals feet, which is then sent to an orthotic lab which fabricates the orthotics according to the doctor's instructions. Depending on the patients problem a prescription orthotic may be constructed out of any number of different materials and thickness. Orthotics can be built to be worn in every shoe from a work boot to a women's high heel shoe. Many different types of padding can be built into a prescription orthotic in an effort to further control the particular problem and alleviate pain. Prescription orthotics are built (posted) in such a manner to rebalance the foot relative to the ground. The major problem here is cost which for many individuals can be prohibitively expensive (anywhere from $300.00 to over $600.00) unless they are covered under insurance. Unfortunately in the managed care times we live in, less and less insurance companies are covering prescription orthotics. Fortunately, there is now a third option. Recently KLM labs, a nationally recognized orthotics lab came out with their own "over the counter" orthotic. The beauty of this device is that the SUPERSTEP ORTHOTIC is made of the same material that prescription orthotics are made of. The "poly grade" shell allows for optimum support without the bulkiness of store bought arch supports which means it will fit in a greater variety of shoes. Additionally, the SUPERSTEP ORTHOTIC has other characteristics of a prescription orthotic that separates it from arch supports found in drug stores including intrinsic (internal) posting which further balances the foot, (to reduce pronation) a medial wedge which helps take the pressure of the orthotic off the bottom of the foot so you do not feel like you are walking on a rock and professional grade topcovers which means this support will last. KLM also recognizes that not all people weigh the same. A 250 pound person demands a different type of orthotic than a 110 pound person. Drug store arch supports never address this issue. The SUPERSTEP ORTHOTIC addresses this problem by making three different flexibilities (MILD, MEDIUM, MAXIMUM) which will accomodate all weight classes and most foot structures. By visiting foot-pain-explained hopefully you have found answers to your foot, ankle and lower leg pain. If the solution to your problem involves the use of an orthotic than I would certainly recommend you try the SUPERSTEP ORTHOTIC. Listed below are some of the conditions that a SUPERSTEP ORTHOTIC may be used for: Heel spurs, plantar fasciitis Shin splints Ankle instability Arthritic conditions of the foot and ankle Sesamoiditis Diabetic foot protection Running injuries including runner’s knee Forefoot pain such as metatarsalgia Adult biomechanical abnormalities Flat feet Midtarsal fault Tendonitis Probably the best thing about orthotics is the fact they are a very safe and effective way to treat many foot and leg problems; there is no medication, no side effects and in my practice they are the treatment of choice for most of the conditions I see. They work by attempting to "rebalance" the foot in such a way to alleviate pain. Of course, oral anti-inflammatory medication, cortisone shots and surgery are also part of my treatment regimen, but I have found in many instances orthotics either eliminate or reduce the amount of medication that I have to administer and certainly over the years has eliminated the need for surgery in certain conditions. It is a win-win situation for my patients. GUIDELINES FOR ORDERING 1. If your shoe size is a half size order the orthotic size at the next smallest size, because if you order it to the next larger size it may not fit length-wise in all your shoes. 2. If you weigh over 175 pounds I would recommend the MAXIMUM flexibility for all foot conditions. 3. for heel and arch pain I would recommend the MAXIMUM flexibility irregardless of your weight. 4. for diabetic foot protection, and flat feet either the MILD or MEDIUM flexibility unless you are over 175 pounds. 5. for all other conditions the MEDIUM flexibility unless you are over 175 pounds. 6. in all fairness, if you have extremely rigid flat feet this type of orthotic will probably not help (you are a candidate for prescription orthotics) The price for these orthotics is $50.00 plus s+h, closer in cost to store bought arch supports but closer in quality to a prescription orthotic. Not sure if these orthotics will help your foot, ankle or leg problem? Ask my opinion. Send me an email with your symptoms and concerns. I will give you my opinion as to whether the SuperStep orthotic will help or not. 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