Here at Footfriend we provide expert treatment for musculoskeletal problems. Often these problems need a prescription insole for the best results. The purpose of the insole is to improve foot or leg function or to reduce pressure from a problem area.
We take two possible approaches depending on your problem and the specific requirements of your condition. We may either use a prefabricated insole / orthosis or have fully bespoke orthoses made for you.
Prefabricated insoles / orthoses
We keep a stock of quality customisable prefabricated orthoses ready for patients who need an instant fix. They are a good way of determining whether orthoses are going to be effective for your problem and determining an effective prescription. We find they are excellent for children especially, as rapid growth may mean regular replacement of orthoses.
Custom made insoles / orthoses
This is a fully bespoke prescription insole made from casts of your own feet, as no two feet are alike. We feel the best results are obtained when something is specifically tailored to your needs. A major benefit of this type of orthoses is that they are transferable from shoe to shoe, reducing the need for multiple pairs. Custom insoles are also very durable.
Cushioning insoles
We also stock a range of insoles for purely cushioning purposes. There is no inbuilt prescription in these insoles. They have a gel base layer and are topped with memory foam to conform better to your feet.
Cushioning insoles are great if you have painful arthritic joints which need cushioning, or to simply improve the comfort of specific footwear such as walking boots or trainers.
Personalised footwear advice
Often, instead of orthoses, it is possible to achieve the required relief for a musculoskeletal (MSK) injury by changing footwear to a type that provides the required properties to relieve your symptoms. We will assess your feet and recommend footwear specifically suited to your foot type. This can often provide instant improvement in foot comfort and reduction/relief of painful symptoms. Often a combination of the ideal footwear AND orthoses is needed.
