1. What is a Pedorthist?
2. What is an Orthotic?
3. Why custom-made... I see them in stores?
4. Why is the on-site lab so important?
5. How can I get a referral?
6. Who writes the prescription?
7. Does OHIP pay?
8. Why are follow-up visits important?

These are just a few of our most commonly asked Questions... if you have one that isn't here, just give us a call at 519-633-4198.

1. What is a Pedorthist?

A pedorthist is an individual who is trained in the manufacturing, fitting and modification of foot appliances and footwear for the purposes of alleviating painful or debilitating conditions and providing assistance for abnormalities or limited actions of the lower limb.

The pedorthist provides devices and footwear to assist in:

• Accommodation of foot deformities;
• Re-alignment of anatomical structures;
• Redistribution of external and internal forces;
• Improvement of balance;
• Control of biomechanical function;
• Accommodation of circulatory special requirements; and,
• Enhancement of the actions of limbs compromised as a result of accident, congenital deformity, neural condition, or disease.

2. What is an Orthotic?

An Orthotic or Foot orthosis is a moulded insert taken from a three-dimensional cast for the purpose of alleviating foot and leg pain and to provide assistance for abnormalities or limited actions of the lower limbs.

An orthotic is not just a mirror image of your foot. Alterations are made to the cast by the qualified Pedorthist to address the specific needs of the patient.

3. Why custom made... I see them in stores?

Every foot is different and every individual visiting a pedorthist has different problems to be addressed. A custom-made orthotic is made from a mould of your foot and customized to your specific needs. Orthotics available through mass production cannot address your specific needs.

4. Why is the on-site lab so important?

Foot Dynamics offers a unique service because the lab is on-site. This allows adjustments and alterations to be made to your orthotic while you wait! It is also important because often orthotics are not produced by the person who met with the patient. At Foot Dynamics you can be assured that the person who you met with initially will have had input into the production and adjustments to your orthotic.

5. How can I get a referral?

You can be referred by your doctor or chiropractor or you can simply call us for an appointment.

6. Who writes the prescription?

Your doctor, chiropodist or pediatrist can write the prescription.

7. Does OHIP pay?

Our profession does not bill OHIP directly but at Foot Dynamics we do not charge for office visits. The only cost to you is the purchase of footwear or orthotics.

There are many extended health care plans that will cover your costs for orthotics and possibly shoes. Check with your provider.

Third party billing is available through Green Shield, DVA, NIHB and some others. Just ask when you call us.

8. Why are follow up visits important?

Follow up after you receive your new orthotic will:

• ensure your complete comfort with the orthotic
• assess the effectiveness of the orthotic/ shoe system
• perform any necessary adjustments on-site, while you wait.

One year check-ups are important to ensure the orthotic continues to function as designed. These visits are at no cost to you.

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