Orthotic and prescription insoles are used to help improve poor foot biomechanics. Fallen arches ( seen in over-pronated ankle joints ) are much more common than a supinated foot type and both can lead to issues and pain with your knees, hips, back and even neck.

A chartered physiotherapist who specialises in this area will be able to identify through assessment if your presenting issue could be due to poor foot biomechanics and therefore address whether you may need a corrective insert for your shoewear such as a customised orthotic or an off the shelf prescriptive insoles such as a vasyli.

What are orthotics?

Orthotics shoe inserts made from semi-rigid or soft material are used to correct the biomechanical alignment of your foot and ankle joint. They are primarily used for people who have over-pronated (fallen arch) or supinated (high arch) foot types. By doing so they can help improve the alignment of your knees, hips and spine. They are designed to be worn in your foot wear. They help control the movement of the foot and this can help relieve stress and pain on the joints of the foot and lower limbs.

If you are experiencing any foot, knee, hip or back pain you could ask your physiotherapist to assess to see whether orthotics would help with your problem.