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Orthotics
A orthotic is a small piece of medical equipment that braces a bone and/or joint, to keep it in a better position, either at rest, during activities, or both. Examples of orthotics are plastic ankle braces to aid recovery from an ankle sprain, arched insoles to support flat feet, ankle-foot braces to help kids with cerebral palsy walk better, etc...
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What is orthotics?
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Who makes orthotics?
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How to have orthotics made?
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What type of orthotics are helpful?
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Can orthotics be worn while exercising?
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Is it normal for new orthotics to hurt?
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When do people benefit from orthotics?
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I am just wondering how orthotics really work?
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What can I do to clean my custom soft orthotics?
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how many people wear custom made vs Scholls orthotics?
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A 30-year old asked:
Are bad orthotics worse for your health than no orthotics at all?
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How effective are store bought orthotics like Spenco in replacing insoles?
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A 42-year old female asked:
If using orthotics causes pain after wearing them for 1hr should i continue to try them or give it up tried using them for 5 days and ots no better ?
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A 33-year old asked:
Whats the benefit of orthotics if I have high arches?
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A 47-year old asked:
Could suborthelene orthotic devices be altered using a hairdryer?
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A 47-year old asked:
I was wondering are molded orthotics good?
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A 27-year old asked:
Are there any side effects from wearing orthotics?
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A 59-year old female asked:
I place orthotics on top of unmoveable bootie liner, is ok? Told ok but orthotic should not tilt, what does that mean? How would know?
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A 45-year old asked:
Is there a less expensive alternative to lynco orthotic inserts?
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A 32-year old asked:
How can you keep orthotic shoe inserts from squeaking?
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A 24-year old female asked:
Do podiatrists wear orthotics?
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How do they fit your feet for orthotics?
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Should I wear special shoes with orthotics?
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A 52-year old asked:
Can having bad orthotics cause you back pain?
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How much do prescription orthotics usually cost?
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Expert opinions? Which is better shoe insoles or orthotics?
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A 29-year old asked:
Has anyone ever tried an orthotic appliance for tmj problems?
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A 42-year old asked:
Do you think I should get orthotics or shoes? Which is easier to manage?
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A 59-year old female asked:
Wearing orthotics round the clock, would that prevent bunions from growing?
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Pain in a past healed broken ankle after work out. Get orthotics at Walgreens?
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