Chiropody | Podiatry| Orthotics | Footwear | Shoe Modifications

Victoria Square, Consort Way, HORLEY RH6 7AF
329, High Street, ROCHESTER ME1 1DA

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Chiropody | Podiatry | Physio | Orthotics | Footwear | Orthopaedic Shoe Modifications

Victoria Square, Consort Way, HORLEY RH6 7AF
69-71 City Way, ROCHESTER ME1 2BA

CALL US

Horley: 01293 734229
Rochester: 01634 914 065

EMAIL US

info@feetplus.co.uk

Leg length discrepancy and Orthotic treatment

Leg length discrepancy and Orthotic treatment

Orthotics for leg length discrepancy

 

These smart in-shoe devices play an essential part in helping you get back on your feet and doing the activities you love.

Orthotics are special insoles that aid and correct foot function. orthotics are especially useful to treat leg length discrepancy and any associated biomechanical problems.

 

We can help you by providing the correct prescription of orthotics modified and adapted to your individual requirements.

We provide different types of orthotics such as:

  • Digitally casted orthoses for a bespoke perfect fit
  • Bio Insoles which are semi bespoke and heat moldable
  • Slimflex orthotics that offer versatility and adaptability

 

Modifications are then made to suit your individual case.

For example, we may add a  heel lift to the orthotic of the shorter limb,  this provides stabilisation and reduces the difference in leg length. The foot of the longer limb usually excessively pronates (rolls in) so we can correct this by adding a wedge to the rear of the orthotic to stabilise and straighten it. These modifications will help correct body alignment and posture and therefore reduce stresses on the feet, knees, hips and spine.

 

Help with Larger differences in leg length discrepancy

In some cases, a leg length discrepancy may be too large and orthotics alone will not suffice. Injuries due to road traffic accidents, surgery,  disease and some congenital conditions can lead to large differences in leg length. In these cases we can offer special shoe modifications which incorporate an internal or external  heel raise. An example of this is a split sole shoe modification. This is where heel of the shoe is split open from the top and a heel raise is inserted to give sufficient height and correct the leg length difference discreetly and aesthetically.

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