Re: some questions re orthotics
RICHARD Miller
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Re: some questions re orthotics
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RICHARD Miller
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8/23/2006
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Hi Amy,
If you are located in the U.S. I would bet that you can find a reputable
Certified Orthotist in your area that would be willing to see you for a no
obligation appointment to answer your questions. They would be able to make
recommendations and work through a physician to get a prescription, unless
you already have that. With Rx in hand you can return to that orthotist or
shop around. Orthotists do not diagnose and prescribe, but most of us have
experience in measuring, fabricating, fitting and adjusting foot orthoses so
they are effective AND comfortable.
For references go to www.abcop.org and type your city in the Directory
Search. There you will find listings of accredited facilities and certified
practitioners near you. There are many providers of foot orthoses and I
will admit to my bias in recommending ABC Certified Orthotists when seeking
any type of orthotic care. Another source may be a local Certified
Pedorthist. Go to www.cpeds.org for that information.
I hope this is helpful. Good luck,
Rick Miller, CO
Minnesota
>From: Amy Boyle < <Email Address Redacted> >
>Reply-To: Amy Boyle < <Email Address Redacted> >
>To: <Email Address Redacted>
>Subject: [OANDP-L] some questions re orthotics
>Date: Tue, 22 Aug 2006 11:33:27 -0700
>
>Hi. I'm looking for some advice on getting new orthotics.
>
>I'm an overpronater with bunion growth and I haven't had orthotics in
>several years. I think my budget (and pain) has gotten to a point where I
>can get a new pair, but I'm wondering how to go about it/ what questions to
>ask to get the best resuts. I have familly members who have been
>dissatisfied with different orthotic devices, and have had some trouble in
>the past myself.
>
>Currently, I have an appointment with a podiatrist in a small network of
>doctors that specialize in foot and ankle. They claim they will adjust the
>orthotics if I have any pain or feel they don't fit correctly. I found
>them
>after searching several options online, but I've never seen this doctor
>before, and am not sure what to ask to feel confident this was the best
>choice. My other concern is regarding rigidity. My last pair seemed very
>hard, and I had a lot of heel pain during athletic activity.
>
>I guess my questions are these: Is there a better way to effectively
>research a podiatrist or a better way to go about this? Are there any
>questions I should ask about orthotic material or manufacring? What is the
>best way to alleviate heel pain on a rigid orthotic? Oh, and this will all
>be out of pocket. So I'm looking for the best solution that will still
>spare
>unnecessary expense.
>
>Thank you so much for your help. I hate feeling like I'm flying blind into
>all of this, and I sincerely appreciate any advice you can give me.
>
>-Amy Boyle (layperson:)
>
>
If you are located in the U.S. I would bet that you can find a reputable
Certified Orthotist in your area that would be willing to see you for a no
obligation appointment to answer your questions. They would be able to make
recommendations and work through a physician to get a prescription, unless
you already have that. With Rx in hand you can return to that orthotist or
shop around. Orthotists do not diagnose and prescribe, but most of us have
experience in measuring, fabricating, fitting and adjusting foot orthoses so
they are effective AND comfortable.
For references go to www.abcop.org and type your city in the Directory
Search. There you will find listings of accredited facilities and certified
practitioners near you. There are many providers of foot orthoses and I
will admit to my bias in recommending ABC Certified Orthotists when seeking
any type of orthotic care. Another source may be a local Certified
Pedorthist. Go to www.cpeds.org for that information.
I hope this is helpful. Good luck,
Rick Miller, CO
Minnesota
>From: Amy Boyle < <Email Address Redacted> >
>Reply-To: Amy Boyle < <Email Address Redacted> >
>To: <Email Address Redacted>
>Subject: [OANDP-L] some questions re orthotics
>Date: Tue, 22 Aug 2006 11:33:27 -0700
>
>Hi. I'm looking for some advice on getting new orthotics.
>
>I'm an overpronater with bunion growth and I haven't had orthotics in
>several years. I think my budget (and pain) has gotten to a point where I
>can get a new pair, but I'm wondering how to go about it/ what questions to
>ask to get the best resuts. I have familly members who have been
>dissatisfied with different orthotic devices, and have had some trouble in
>the past myself.
>
>Currently, I have an appointment with a podiatrist in a small network of
>doctors that specialize in foot and ankle. They claim they will adjust the
>orthotics if I have any pain or feel they don't fit correctly. I found
>them
>after searching several options online, but I've never seen this doctor
>before, and am not sure what to ask to feel confident this was the best
>choice. My other concern is regarding rigidity. My last pair seemed very
>hard, and I had a lot of heel pain during athletic activity.
>
>I guess my questions are these: Is there a better way to effectively
>research a podiatrist or a better way to go about this? Are there any
>questions I should ask about orthotic material or manufacring? What is the
>best way to alleviate heel pain on a rigid orthotic? Oh, and this will all
>be out of pocket. So I'm looking for the best solution that will still
>spare
>unnecessary expense.
>
>Thank you so much for your help. I hate feeling like I'm flying blind into
>all of this, and I sincerely appreciate any advice you can give me.
>
>-Amy Boyle (layperson:)
>
>
Citation
RICHARD Miller, “Re: some questions re orthotics,” Digital Resource Foundation for Orthotics and Prosthetics, accessed November 6, 2024, https://library.drfop.org/items/show/227163.
