What Are Custom Orthotics and How Do They Work?If you suffer from ongoing foot pain, heel pain, knee discomfort, or lower back strain, your feet may be contributing more to the problem than you realize. Many people walk thousands of steps every day with poor foot mechanics that place stress on the body’s joints, muscles, and connective tissues. Custom orthotics are designed to correct these b ...

Understanding Hallux Valgus (Bunions) When the big toe begins to angle inward toward the adjacent toes and the joint at its base (the first metatarsophalangeal or MTP joint) begins to bulge outward, we call this condition hallux valgus — more commonly, a “bunion”. In essence: “Hallux” refers to the big toe and “valgus” means angling outward (from the midline of the body) or in this ca ...

Understanding Bunions from a Biomechanical Perspective A bunion—medically known as Hallux Valgus—is much more than just a bump on the side of the big toe. It is a complex deformity involving the joint at the base of the big toe (the first metatarsophalangeal joint, or MTP J) that occurs gradually through altered biomechanics of the foot. Bunion Institute+2primefootclinic.com+2 In simplified ...

How Custom Orthotics Can Help with Shin Splints (Anterior Tibialis Tendonitis) Shin splints, medically known as medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS), are one of the most common lower leg injuries, particularly for athletes and active individuals. A specific subset of shin splints, anterior tibialis tendonitis, occurs when the tendon that connects the anterior tibialis muscle (the muscle runn ...

Foot pain is a common and often debilitating issue — whether you’re standing on hard surfaces all day, logging miles as a runner, or just dealing with a gradual ache in the arch or heel. One solution that many clinicians recommend is the use of custom orthotic inserts (also called custom foot orthoses) — and for good reason. In this blog post, we’ll explore how custom orthotics work, why they ...

Foot health is crucial to our overall well-being. Many individuals suffer from conditions like flat feet, overpronation, and various forms of foot pain, often without realizing how interconnected these issues can be. At Vancouver Orthotic Clinics, led by Dr. Michael Horowitz, we specialize in addressing these concerns through custom orthotics tailored to your unique foot structure and lifesty ...

Achilles tendonitis is a common condition that affects many individuals, particularly those who engage in sports or activities that involve repetitive stress on the ankle. It occurs when the Achilles tendon, which connects the calf muscles to the heel bone, becomes inflamed or irritated. This condition can be painful and may limit mobility, making effective treatment essential. One promising ...

Achilles tendonitis is a common condition that affects many individuals, particularly those who engage in sports or activities that involve repetitive stress on the ankle. It occurs when the Achilles tendon, which connects the calf muscles to the heel bone, becomes inflamed or irritated. This condition can be painful and may limit mobility, making effective treatment essential. One promising ...

ORTHOPEDIC SHOES VANCOUVERAND ORTHOTIC SHOES At Vancouver Orthotics, we offer a wide selection of ORTHOPEDIC SHOES & "PRE-FABRICATED" FOOTWEAR. APEX ORTHOPEDIC "Non-Custom"/"Stock Item" SHOESOrthopedic Shoes "MAY" be reimbursablethrough your extended health provider.We offer APEX Orthopedic Shoes, which provide variety, style and comfort. APEX ORTHOPEDIC "Non-Custom"/"Stock Item" SHOES ...

Hello from Vancouver Orthotic Clinics. We offer patients Diagnosis & Treatment of Flat Feet & Foot Pain related problems. One of our Top Symptoms we see each day at our office is patients with fallen arches, flat feet or over-pronation (pes planus). Do you suffer from flat feet or over-pronation? These patients tend to suffer with foot pain, fatigue and heel pain. Please keep reading for more ...