What is orthotics?

Do you stand or walk on hard surfaces for more then 4 hours daily?

Do you participate regularly in any physical sport (basketball, tennis, baseball, golf, bowling, etc.)?

Have you had a prior injury with your knee, back, or neck?

Do your shoes wear unevenly?

Do you have joint pain while standing, walking, or running?

Is one of your legs shorter then the other?

Do you have knock knees or bow legs?

Do you have obvious foot problems (bunions, corns, flat feet, etc?

Do your feet toe out?

If you think about it, many of the complaints form Chiropractic patients can be traced to the way they walk.  Knee pain, lower back pain and even neck pain can be directly related to the way your foot hits the ground when you walk.

One of the most effective and immediate ways to relieve complications form an irregular gait it to use orthotics.  Orthotics are custom made devices that put you right in your shoe like an insole.  They help correct, or minimize the impact of any irregularities in your gait that may be the source of discomfort.

There are a number of benefits that can be gained form the use of orthotics including:

• Pain relief

• Improved balance

• Shock Absorption

• Proper posture and alignment

Foot Levelers, custom-made, flexible foot orthotics are scientifically designed for individual's unique posturual problems.  Dr. Francis knows that orthotics help to stabilize the feet, which helps to level the pelvis, improve balance, and restore postural stability.  Let Dr. Francis help you with custom made orthotics today.

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