Custom Molded Orthotics

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Corrigan Podiatry employs the Gait-Scan System which is a revolutionary diagnostic tool for assessing your biomechanics by quickly and painlessly obtaining a 3D image of your foot and ankle in relationship to the scanner.   This is accomplished using a laser guided pressure sensing mat that will take more that a 100,000 measurements of your feet as you stand and walk across the scanner.  After reviewing these images, Dr. Corrigan consults with a specialist (PhD in Anatomy and Physiology) in Canada to properly access what type of custom molded orthotic is necessary to correct the problem at hand. 

When your feet hurt, you hurt all over!

Foot problems are caused primarily by foot imbalances. The 26 bones of your foot assume an abnormal, unstable position when you are standing or walking. Some of these imbalances are obvious, such as "flat feet" (hyperpronation) and "high arches" (hypersupination"). Most however, are so subtle, they go undetected until symptoms occur. Your feet are the foundation of your body. Foot imbalances put extra stress on the entire skeletal structure. This is one of the primary causes of ankle, knee, hip and back problems. For immediate foot pain relief, please consult Dr. Corrigan to see if custom made orthotics are the solution to your foot problems!

Eight great reasons to explore if  foot orthotics are right for you:

·         Pain in feet after walking or first thing in the morning

·         Fallen Arch, Flat Foot and High Arch

·         Painful Heel, Plantar Fasciitis and Heel Spur

·         Corns, Callouses, Bunions and Hammertoes

·         metatarsalgia, Morton's Neuroma, Painful Boney Areas 

·         Sore Ankles, Knees and Lower Back

·         Achilles Tendonitis, Shin Splints and IT Band Syndrome

·         Tired, Aching, Burning Feet

The graphic above is a pressure mapping graphic to the Left and a three dimensional schematic of your gait to the right. Both of these demonstrates the pronation and supination of your foot as well as any deformities or irregularities in your stride. All of this information is combined to create an orthotic specifically designed for your feet.  We do not use stock orthotics and we custom grind each orthotic to fit your feet only.  

 

     

 

Below you will see the type of orthotics we offer at Corrigan Podiatry.  Please notice the thickness and shape of these devices, as they will fit in most loafers, pumps, dress shoes and of course tennis shoes and boots.   They are transferable to all of your shoes and will retain its structure and function for at least 18-30 months based on the patient’s size and activity.   

 

Casual

SuperFlex

An orthotic for patients who require one pair of orthotics to wear in the majority of their shoes. Our Superflex orthotics can be worn in most shoes with the exception of slip on dress shoes.

Best Suited For:

Patients who require a pair of orthotics that are versatile enough for casual shoes or sport shoes.


Specialty

DiabeticFlex

TOG is pleased to announce that we have changed the standard diabeticflex. It now includes a vinyl sandwich as well as 1/8" blue poron foam. A specialty accommodative orthotic designed for diabetic patients. The Diabeticflex has been specifically created to relieve high pressure areas and prevent the formation of ulcers on the diabetic foot.

Best Suited For:

Diabetic patients with sensitive feet who require an accomodative device.

 

UCBL

A specialty accomodative orthotic designed for children. These orthotics include high, hard, medial & lateral flanges, with deep heel cups. 

Best Suited For:

For children with flexible flat feet that require maximum biomechanical correction.


GaitPlates

These specialty accomodative orthotics have been designed to induce toe out and toe in. To induce toe out, the plastic shell is shaped such that the plastic is distal to the 4th and 5th metatarsal heads and proximal to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd metatarsal heads. To induce toe in, the plastic shell is shaped such that the plastic is distal to the 1st, 2nd, 3rd metatarsal heads and proximal to the 4th and 5th metatarsal heads.

Best Suited For:

Patients under the age of 8 that have excessive adduction or abduction of the foot during active gait. Children to wear in flexible running shoes. Out toe is selected to induce out toe. In toe is selected to induce in toe.


 

CushionFlex

An orthotic specifically designed for feet that can afford to sacrifice some correction for increased comfort and cushioning. This orthotic is suitable for an arthritic patient or a geriatric patient. A slightly bulkier orthotic that will fit in most casual shoes and walking shoes.

Best Suited For: Patients who require comfort and cushioning (ie.geriatric patients, arthritic patients) and can fit a bulkier orthotic into a lace up shoe.

 

KidsFlex

An orthotic for young children who require orthotic support in their sport or casual shoes. Designed with a deep heel cup to accommodate the larger fat pad found on the heel of a young child.

Best Suited For: Young children under the age of 6 or less than 60lbs who require support in their everyday shoes.

  

 

Sports

SportFlex

A generic sport orthotic for athletes and other active patients who require increased biomechanical control while on their feet. This orthotic is designed to prevent sport or workplace related injuries by protectin against pressure and impact shock.

Best Suited For: Patients involved in moderate impact activities at play or work who require support in their athletic shoes or work boots.

 

 

RunFlex

The Runflex orthotic is specially engineered for the high performance runner/court player. The unique design of this orthotic allows for increased shock absorption and greater directional control for athletes on the run.

Best Suited For: Athletes who require superior shock absorption during running activities.

  

 

EagleFlex

The EagleFlex is a suitable orthotic for golfers who require biomechanical balance during their golf swing, as well as comfort and support while walking the golf course.

Best Suited For:

Golfers who require support in their shoes while on the course.


SkiFlex

A sport enhancing orthotic designed for the avid skier. The Skiflex ensures greater control while on the slopes or on the trails.

Best Suited For: Downhill or cross country skiers that require extra support in their ski boots.

 

 

SkateFlex

A generic sport orthotic desgined to fit ice skates or figure skates. Each Skateflex is cut perfectly to fit into the athletes skate, increasing the comfort of their feet during their time on the ice.

Best Suited For: Hockey players or figure skaters that need an orthotic for their skates.


Dress

DressFlex

An orthotic designed for patients who require mild to moderate biomechanical control in their slip-on or narrow cut dress shoes. This thin and narrow orthotic slips easily into slim fitting dress shoes.

Best Suited For: Patients who require a thin and narrow orthotic for their dress shoes.


 

FashionFlex

An orthotic for women who require support in their narrow high heel pump shoes or in their dance shoes.

Best Suited For: Women wearing high heel shoes or pumps.

Our highly skilled laboratory technicians take special care in fabricating prescription orthotics which will meet the highest level of standards. Each patient's orthotics is designed from professional prescription specifications with consultation from Dr. Corrigan and our team of orthotics specialists. They are built to meet the individual biomechanical and lifestyle needs of your patient. Please call to today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Corrigan and begin to eliminate painful deformities in form and function of your feet.