An orthotic is a shoe insert that has been custom casted to your foot to help your feet perform as efficiently as possible. Orthotics more correctly position the bones, muscles, tendons and ligaments of the feet to help correct abnormal mechanics of the foot and ankle that can lead to injuries or problems. Wearing orthotics will eventually help to decrease or eliminate foot problems, as well as knee, hip and lower back problems that are the result of improper foot function and faulty foot mechanics. They will also help to alleviate fatigue of the legs and back that result from the use of using the wrong muscle at the wrong time. While over-the-counter “arch supports” help people with mild symptoms, they cannot address the more severe problems that prescription orthotics can.You should consider orthotics as a solution if you suffer from bunions, hammertoes, heel or arch pain, Achilles tendonitis, shin splints, tired feet, or any pain in your feet, legs, knees, hips, or back during walking or exercise. An experienced foot specialist who is also an orthotic specialist can identify the solution that is best for your specific needs. To find out more about orthotics and if they are the right treatment for you contact Precision Foot Care and Orthotic Centre for the most advanced diagnostic techniques and treatment.