The Top 3 Myths about Orthotics

Are you suffering from severe foot pain as a result of a low arch in your foot? Are you an athlete that experiences foot pain while playing sports? If this sounds like you, then you may already be well aware that you perhaps require the assistance of professionally made foot aid, as a result of your own research. However, what you may not know is that not all information you read about orthopedic devices are indeed accurate or truthful; especially online information. It is the intent of this article to discuss the top three myths about orthotics.

The first myth about orthotics is that store bought foot aids work just as well in every instance. You may not know this but not all foot aids are created equal. As a result, it is important that the right orthopedic device is chosen or else you can and will face additional discomfort in addition to wasting money on failed attempts. Consulting with a physician to get fitted for an effective foot aid will save you more over the long term. The second myth about orthotics is that an inaccurate cast of your foot isn't a big deal. This couldn't be further from the truth. In fact, if your cast is not accurate, you risk prolonging your pain relief in addition to wasting money on the wrong cast. As a result, it is important to have the cast measured by a physician and not the laboratory that is making the cast. The third myth about orthotics is that you don't have to have a follow-up with your doctor once the orthopedic device is received. Again, not true at all. You should and must return to your physician to have them check out the foot aid for manufacturer error as well as monitor your use. After spending the time and resources to get fitted for a foot aid, it doesn't make sense to not have your doctor make sure you are using it properly.

Whether you have suffered from foot pain for a short period of time or a long period of time, chances are at some point you have come across some information on food aids during your research process. Even further, you may have also read misinformation about orthopedic devices and their use, which may or may not have contributed to further discomfort and/or failed attempts for pain relief. The truth of the matter is that orthopedic devices are not created equal and thus you should consult with a physician to determine which product is right for you. In addition, there are three myths about orthotics that you should dismiss, they include; store bough foot aids work just as well in every instance, an inaccurate cast of your foot isn't a big deal and you don't have to have a follow-up with your doctor once the orthopedic device is received.