Ped·or·thics:
Do you have pain or a disabling foot condition? Or, do you just want to be sure your shoes are comfortable, or that you are putting the right thing on your feet? We can help! Pedorthics is defined as the art and practice of designing, making, modifying and/or fitting therapeutic shoes and orthotics to relieve painful or disabling conditions of the feet.
Pedorthics is an allied health profession. We go through specific schooling and credentialing, including testing and continuing education and we work with physicians and other health professionals. Some Pedorthists work in hospital or lab settings but many of us operate retail stores where we provide knowledgeable services about over-the-counter, non-prescriptive aids. We also work with physicians in providing prescriptive services.
Do you need to have problems to benefit from Pedorthics? Absolutely not! You can choose the best for your feet with knowledgeable help. It doesn't cost you more to do it the right way, every time. For more specific information go to www.pedorthics.org.
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