This is the most common question we get asked. A Certified Pedorthist is a specialist in assessing lower-limb skeletal alignment, movement patterns, general foot function and how the feet interact with the rest of the body. Pedorthists are one of the few health professionals educated and trained exclusively in designing, manufacturing and fitting custom foot [ Read More ]
Custom foot orthotics are precision medical devices used to treat and prevent injuries and painful conditions related to foot and lower-limb function. Placed inside your footwear, foot orthotics help to correct foot position; maintain or improve skeletal alignment of the feet, legs and hips; redistribute pressure; increase shock absorption; and improve general foot function. Custom [ Read More ]
Biomechanics as defined by most dictionaries is the study of the mechanics of biological movement and especially muscular activity as it relates to locomotion and exercise. More specifically to humans, it is a person’s movement patterns and tendencies due to their skeletal, ligamentous, musculotendinous, and myofascial anatomy. Put simply, what happens to the joint and [ Read More ]
No. Custom orthotics are not for everyone. Many people simply require different or more appropriate shoes for their specific needs. Some people only need an off-the-shelf (aka non-custom) insole or footbed. And others might require stretching and/or exercises for their lower limbs or even referral to another health professional such as a chiropractor, podiatrist, physiotherapist, [ Read More ]
Does everyone need custom foot orthotics? No. Custom orthotics are not for everyone. Many people simply require different or more appropriate shoes for their specific needs. Some people only need an off-the-shelf (aka non-custom) insole or footbed. And others might require stretching and/or exercises for their lower limbs or even referral to another health professional [ Read More ]
Absolutely not! During your assessment we will determine whether or not you would benefit from custom foot orthotics, off-the-shelf insoles, or other products such as braces and soft-tissue release products. It is your choice what you do or do not purchase. It is our goal to ensure you are educated and empowered to make the [ Read More ]
To find out if you are covered you can: Look in your extended health booklet. Call your insurance company. Check with your company’s human resources department. As a policy holder, it is always advisable to call your insurance company directly to ask specifically about the item(s) you have been recommended. Active Orthopaedic will provide you [ Read More ]
BC Medical does not pay for custom foot orthotics or for a Pedorthic assessment. The majority of extended medical plans offered by employers cover some or most of the cost of custom foot orthotics. Please verify with your extended health provider (extended health insurance company) whether your plan has coverage for custom foot orthotics.
Custom foot orthotic prices vary based on an individual’s specific needs but generally range in price from $300 to $500.
Biomechanics as defined by most dictionaries is the study of the mechanics of biological movement and especially muscular activity as it relates to locomotion and exercise. More specifically to humans, it is a person’s movement patterns and tendencies due to their skeletal, ligamentous, musculotendinous, and myofascial anatomy. Put simply, what happens to the joint and [ Read More ]