About Orthotics

A properly designed Orthotic will comfortably support and control the foot through all phases of movement.  Many of the uses of Orthotics require them to be specially designed in order to fit certain shoe types and their functions.  Westcoast Orthopedic Laboratories creates custom Orthotics with both performance and comfort in mind.

Many people can be classified as having one of two types of feet.  Once this is determined an Orthotic with a common correction can be recommended.  Ailments and injuries related to instability and over-pronation include shin splints, Achilles' tendonitis, Plantar Fasciitis, heel spurs, ankle pain, hip and back pain.  Many other problems will be remedied if Orthotics are worn. 

Westcoast Orthopedic Laboratories' Orthotics are espescially helpful for people with excessive pronation (the foot and ankle rolling inwards) because of the Fore Foot Wedging System.  The Fore Foot Wedge controls pronation more effectively than a rear foot orthotic and is very beneficial in any sport where you are putting a lot of strain on the front of the foot. The Wedge provides maximum power in every stride, improving performance in both recreational athletes and in those winning Olympic Gold, as do some of our more elite customers.  The Wedge has also proven effective for professional hockey and figure skaters, along with professional dancers.  Westcoast Orthopedic Laboratories also offers Cushioned Arch Supports for those individuals with high arches and feet that don't pronate.

Westcoast Orthopedic Laboratories designs and manufactures Orthotics for sports, dance and dailywear foot attire.