Step Into Comfort: The Benefits of Custom Orthotics

Your feet are the foundation of your entire body — when they’re not properly supported, it can lead to pain not just in your feet, but in your ankles, knees, hips, and back, too. That’s where custom orthotics come in!

What Are Custom Orthotics?

Custom orthotics are medical-grade shoe inserts that are specifically designed for your unique feet, gait, and needs. Unlike over-the-counter insoles, custom orthotics are crafted based on a detailed assessment by your podiatrist, ensuring the perfect fit and support for your lifestyle.

Who Can Benefit from Custom Orthotics?

Custom orthotics can help people with:
✅ Flat feet or high arches
✅ Plantar fasciitis or heel pain
✅ Bunions or hammertoes
✅ Arthritis
✅ Sports injuries
✅ Foot, ankle, knee, hip, or lower back pain caused by poor alignment

How Do They Work?

Custom orthotics work by redistributing pressure and correcting misalignments, which helps your feet function properly and comfortably. They can also help prevent future problems by providing the support you need with every step.

Ready to Feel the Difference?

If you’re experiencing foot or lower body pain, custom orthotics may be the solution you’ve been looking for. Schedule an appointment today and let our foot specialists help you step into lasting comfort and support!

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Don’t Let Heel Pain Define Your New Year

A New Year Shouldn’t Start With PainThe beginning of a new year often comes with fresh goals—being more active, feeling healthier, and getting back to routines you enjoy. But heel pain can quickly get in the way. When every step hurts, even small tasks can feel frustrating.Heel pain is one

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Treating Your Heel Pain

Does heel pain make walking uncomfortable? Podiatrists Dr. Raymond DiPretoro Jr. and Dr. Aahba M. Suchak of Advanced Foot and Ankle heel painCenter in Glasgow, Wilmington, and Newark, DE, share common causes of the pain and explain what can be done to relieve it. Haglund’s deformityHaglund’s deformity, also known as

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Treatment for Bunions

Tired of that bunion? A bunion is a bony bump that forms on the joint connecting the big toe. Bunions can be extremely painful. Dr. bunionsRaymond DiPretoro Jr. and Dr. Aahba M. Suchak of Advanced Foot & Ankle Center, which has offices in Newark and Wilmington, DE, offer a range

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Signs You May Have a Stress Fracture

Find out if the symptoms you’re experiencing could be trying to tell you that you have a stress fracture. A stress fracture occurs when a tiny crack in the bone of your foot or ankle develops. More often than not stress fractures come about over time due to overuse, which

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What are Hammertoes?

A Hammertoe is a deformity of the toe that causes the middle joint to bend, resembling the shape of a hammer. If you have hammertoes, you should seek medical attention. The sooner you seek treatment, the likelier it is that the problem won’t get worse. Dr. Raymond DiPretoro Jr. and

Show Your Feet Some Love This February

Show Your Feet Some Love This February

February is the month of love — a time to care for the people who support you every day. But there’s one part of your body that often gets overlooked, even though it works hard for you from morning to night: your feet. Your feet carry you through every step

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