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Other Types of Orthotics
Various other orthotics may be used for multidirectional sports or
edge control sports by casting the foot within the ski boot, ice skate boot, or inline
skate boot. Combinations of semi flexible material and soft material to accommodate painful
areas are utilized for specific problems.
Research has shown that back problems frequently can be traced to a foot imbalance.
It’s important for your podiatric physician to evaluate the lower extremity as a
whole to provide for appropriate orthotic control for foot problems.
The Postural Control Orthotic (PCO) will fit these special requirement much better, with more control than devices that have to be casted with the foot inside the boot. Another benefit of the PCO is, unlike the ridged type Orthotic, they will not tear or break down the inside of the boot.