Orthotics
What are Foot Orthoses?
Commonly referred to as ‘Orthotics’. Foot orthoses are shoe inserts designed to support, align, or improve the function of the foot. Orthoses fit comfortably inside your shoes.
There are many different kinds of orthoses. The orthoses recommended by Mr De Brennan are prescription devices, custom-made to suit your individual needs and biomechanics (the way your body moves).
Who wears orthoses?
People of all ages with a variety of foot or lower leg problems wear orthoses. Sportspeople are often prescribed orthoses by Mr De Brennan to help maximise their performance, as well as to address mechanical problems. Anyone suffering from a chronic foot or lower limb condition, which is limiting their mobility or independence, may also benefit from wearing orthoses.
When are Orthoses used?
Mr De Brennan may prescribe orthoses for your particular foot problem after a comprehensive assessment, taking into account your own biomechanics, footwear, and occupational and lifestyle factors.
Orthoses provide valuable long-term solutions in the treatment and prevention of corns, callous and ulceration by redistributing the pressure of the body's weight on the feet. Orthoses also help with rehabilitation of acute and chronic foot conditions such as tendonitis, recurrent ankle sprain and stress fractures, by providing consistent postural control.
A personalised approach
If orthoses are recommended, Mr De Brennan will design a care plan. This plan will outline your diagnosis, the type of orthoses you have been prescribed, proposed footwear to wear with your orthoses, lifestyle changes you may need to make, as well as any additional treatment which may be required.
What type of orthoses? (Soft, Hard, Sport, Fashion)
Cushioning orthoses provide cushioning and padding underfoot with shock absorption during walking.
Pressure relief orthoses offer additional relief by redistributing the pressure on problem areas of the foot.
Moulded cast or non-cast orthoses offer similar features with superior fit, whilst prefabricated orthoses provide relief with the benefits of being customised by Mr De Brennan.
Functional foot (customised kinetic) orthoses offer all these features, plus the benefit of postural realignment.
High standards of treatment and follow up
Your podiatric consultation with Mr De Brennan will not only deal with the diagnosis and treatment, but also prevention and rehabilitation of your foot or lower limb problem. When prescribing orthoses, you will be provided a comprehensive service to ensure safe and effective foot care, including:
What sorts of Footwear can Orthoses be worn in?
Commonly referred to as ‘Orthotics’. Foot orthoses are shoe inserts designed to support, align, or improve the function of the foot. Orthoses fit comfortably inside your shoes.
There are many different kinds of orthoses. The orthoses recommended by Mr De Brennan are prescription devices, custom-made to suit your individual needs and biomechanics (the way your body moves).
Who wears orthoses?
People of all ages with a variety of foot or lower leg problems wear orthoses. Sportspeople are often prescribed orthoses by Mr De Brennan to help maximise their performance, as well as to address mechanical problems. Anyone suffering from a chronic foot or lower limb condition, which is limiting their mobility or independence, may also benefit from wearing orthoses.
When are Orthoses used?
Mr De Brennan may prescribe orthoses for your particular foot problem after a comprehensive assessment, taking into account your own biomechanics, footwear, and occupational and lifestyle factors.
Orthoses provide valuable long-term solutions in the treatment and prevention of corns, callous and ulceration by redistributing the pressure of the body's weight on the feet. Orthoses also help with rehabilitation of acute and chronic foot conditions such as tendonitis, recurrent ankle sprain and stress fractures, by providing consistent postural control.
A personalised approach
If orthoses are recommended, Mr De Brennan will design a care plan. This plan will outline your diagnosis, the type of orthoses you have been prescribed, proposed footwear to wear with your orthoses, lifestyle changes you may need to make, as well as any additional treatment which may be required.
What type of orthoses? (Soft, Hard, Sport, Fashion)
Cushioning orthoses provide cushioning and padding underfoot with shock absorption during walking.
Pressure relief orthoses offer additional relief by redistributing the pressure on problem areas of the foot.
Moulded cast or non-cast orthoses offer similar features with superior fit, whilst prefabricated orthoses provide relief with the benefits of being customised by Mr De Brennan.
Functional foot (customised kinetic) orthoses offer all these features, plus the benefit of postural realignment.
High standards of treatment and follow up
Your podiatric consultation with Mr De Brennan will not only deal with the diagnosis and treatment, but also prevention and rehabilitation of your foot or lower limb problem. When prescribing orthoses, you will be provided a comprehensive service to ensure safe and effective foot care, including:
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A full clinical assessment of your foot problem prior
to prescription.
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Prescription of orthoses tailored to individual needs
and footwear.
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Provision of any additional treatment required.
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Advice regarding exercises, footwear and activity /
training methods where relevant.
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Explanations on the making of, materials used and the
fitting of your orthoses.
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Comprehensive follow-up, including initial and ongoing
treatment plan.
- Fine-tuning or correction of any problems experienced in wearing the orthoses.
What sorts of Footwear can Orthoses be worn in?
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Sport
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Fashion
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Work
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Safety
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School
- Sandals
