Custom Orthotics Calgary

At Southcentre Health and Wellness, we offer a full range of holistic services. Our doctors are committed to providing exceptional patient-centered care with a natural, drug-free and hands-on approach.

Custom orthotics are individually designed shoe inserts that support the feet, improve alignment, and help reduce strain throughout the lower body.

At SouthCentre Health & Wellness, we assess how your feet move and function to determine whether custom orthotics may help relieve discomfort and improve mobility.

Unlike store-bought insoles, custom orthotics are created specifically for your foot structure, walking pattern, and individual needs.

Custom orthotics are prescription-style devices worn inside your shoes. They are designed to support the feet, improve weight distribution, and help address movement patterns that may contribute to pain or reduced function.

Orthotics may help improve the way your feet interact with the ground while walking, standing, exercising, or working.

Conditions Custom Orthotics May Help

Custom orthotics may be recommended for people experiencing:

  • Plantar fasciitis
  • Heel or arch pain
  • Flat feet or fallen arches
  • Overpronation
  • Foot and ankle discomfort
  • Shin splints
  • Knee pain
  • Hip or lower back discomfort
  • Uneven wear on shoes
  • Discomfort during walking or exercise

Because foot mechanics can affect the knees, hips, and lower back, improving foot support may help reduce strain in other areas of the body.

Your Custom Orthotics Assessment

Your appointment begins with an assessment of your symptoms, foot structure, posture, and movement patterns. Your practitioner may also evaluate how you stand and walk.

Based on the findings, we will determine whether custom orthotics are appropriate and discuss the type of support that best suits your lifestyle, footwear, and activity level.

Once your orthotics are prepared, your practitioner will explain how to introduce them gradually and how to care for them. Follow-up adjustments may be recommended to help ensure a comfortable fit.

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Custom Orthotics for Work, Exercise, and Daily Life

Custom orthotics may support people who spend long hours standing, participate in sports, walk or run regularly, or experience discomfort in everyday footwear.

Your orthotics can be designed with your daily activities and commonly worn shoes in mind.

Can Orthotics Be Combined With Other Treatments?

Yes. Depending on the source of your symptoms, custom orthotics may be used alongside chiropractic care, massage therapy, Active Release Therapy, shockwave therapy, or rehabilitation exercises.

Combining foot support with treatment for tight muscles, restricted joints, or movement concerns may provide a more complete approach to recovery.

Book a Custom Orthotics Assessment in Calgary

If foot pain, heel discomfort, or lower-body strain is affecting your daily activities, a custom orthotics assessment can help identify contributing factors and determine whether personalized foot support may benefit you.

Contact SouthCentre Health & Wellness to schedule your assessment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Store-bought insoles provide general cushioning or support. Custom orthotics are individually designed based on your foot structure, movement patterns, symptoms, and functional needs.

Custom orthotics may help with plantar fasciitis, heel pain, flat feet, overpronation, arch pain, shin splints, and strain affecting the ankles, knees, hips, or lower back.

Most patients require a short adjustment period. Your practitioner will provide instructions for gradually increasing how long you wear them each day.

Orthotics fit best in shoes with adequate depth and removable insoles. Your practitioner can discuss which footwear will work best with your orthotics.

The lifespan of custom orthotics varies depending on how often they are worn, your activity level, and normal wear. Periodic reassessment can determine whether they need adjustment or replacement.

Some extended health benefit plans provide coverage for custom orthotics. Coverage requirements vary, so we recommend confirming the details with your insurance provider before ordering.

Most patients can book an assessment directly. However, some insurance plans may require a physician’s referral or specific documentation for reimbursement.

In some cases, foot mechanics may contribute to strain in the knees, hips, or lower back. An assessment can help determine whether custom orthotics may be appropriate as part of your treatment plan.