What Are Sole Orthotics and How Can They Help You?

Just like you may not think much about breathing or blinking, you probably don’t think too much about your feet every time you start walking. For those of us who are privileged enough to be able to walk easily and freely, it is a very automatic process, a somewhat mindless task that even if you are conscious about, still probably does not involve much thought about your feet or proper sole support. But in reality, your feet lay the physical foundation for all your movement.  They provide the fundamental basis for your balance, they support you as you stand, and essentially they operate as the “tires” to your body’s vehicle. And just like the tires to your actual car, proper maintenance, diligence, and support is required in order to maintain their proper function and overall health. Proper sole support is a somewhat recent trend in the last few decades, with a variety of customized products out in the market that offer the personalized support for your specific feet and body type needs. But even if you go this route, you’re still more or less guessing on the issues that may arise with your foot health, and what the best solution is to fix it. And that’s where Jaded Body & Wellness comes in. Our team of professional physical therapists have been serving the Wasilla and Girdwood area in Alaska for years now, and that includes quality orthotic consultation. With our team, you will get an in-depth orthotic consultation by a licensed physical therapist, who will take the time to understand your feet and what they need, and provide you with the personalized sole orthotic  that will serve your body best. Keep reading to learn a little bit more about the process and how Jaded Body Wellness can help.

Sole and Foot Health

As we mentioned above, we often don’t think about the burden our feet carry when we walk around or stand up or go on a jog. Our feet are the first line of defense between the ground and the structure and integrity of our physical body. And for the most part, we use shoes on our feet, that protect our feet from the ground. But almost all shoes are mass-produced, designed to fit the most people rather than properly fitting individuals. And just like individual personalities are unique, feet are very unique and individual as well. For some folks, this isn’t that big of a deal, as their feet fit well enough in their shoes and they don’t experience pain. But for other folks, the design of most shoes creates somewhat of a mismatch with the contours of their feet. And when you are walking, running, or standing in those shoes, the shoes and feet that are holding up the entire weight of your body everyday, that mismatch can start leading to physical pain and problems. The mismatched contours of your sole can put extra weight and pressure on irregular parts of your foot, and irregular weight and pressure over months or years can easily lead to consistent misalignment and pain. This consistent misalignment and irregular weight distribution might be hard to notice or feel at first, as many of us are guilty of not listening to our bodies at times, and trying to “fight through” the pain. But every moment spent putting your weight on your feet in such an irregular manner  can lead to longer-term issues.  The irregular and unnatural weight and balance on your feet can force you to adjust, and put unnecessary strain on certain joints as well as your spine. This can also lead you to develop more severe physical issues over the months and years, like plantar fasciitis, overpronation, or severe spine misalignment. 

Customized Sole Orthotics

But all hope is not lost. You don’t have to live your life with consistent foot pain and an uncomfortable imbalance in your stride. Customized sole orthotics offer a personalized solution that will mitigate this irregular and unnatural weight distribution, and start supporting the natural contours of your foot, and therefore supporting the natural kinetics of your body.  And just like these foot issues can affect the larger structural integrity of your body, the best solution is using a knowledgeable physical therapist who is licensed in understanding the larger structural integrity of your body. At Jaded Body Wellness, we have an entire team of knowledgeable physical therapists. Our team members will take the time to determine the problem, and find the sole orthotic solution you need. We’ll take precise measurements of the dimensions of your foot, and make a mold to capture the specific contours that make your feet yours. Then, we will create a personalized sole orthotic that will dynamically provide the support your feet needs. We are happy to offer custom sole orthotics, because our goal as a business is to limit the physical pain and aches our clients feel. And up to 25% of adults are suffering from foot pain due to imbalanced shoe soles. Our Sole Supports dynamically fit the patient’s feet, by maintaining constant contact with the bottom of the patient’s feet, and provide total support. And with custom sole orthotics, you can stop worrying about the pain and discomfort in your feet, and start moving and feeling better with a customized sole support experience. 

Custom Sole Orthotic in Wasilla – Jaded Body Wellness

Our feet do more heavy lifting than we realize, but we rarely think about how to properly support them. Your foot health is a critical aspect of your overall physical body health, and you don’t have to keep living with the pain and discomfort. Our team at Jaded Body Wellness will take the time to understand what is going on, and work diligently to create the custom sole orthotic that changes your life. Whether it’s back pain, joint pain, or foot pain, our team of physical therapists have seen it all, and can provide a variety of physical therapy treatments for you. Contact us today to learn more!