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Should I get insoles or custom orthotics for my shin splints?
Orthotics seem significantly more expensive and I don't want to have to buy them if I could get the same benefit for this specificAsked 4 years ago
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How hard does the material of the orthotic need to be for plantar fasciitis?
Should it be rather hard to support the foot or soft for a cushion for relief? How do they differ from each other?Asked 4 years ago
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Memory foam vs. orthotics material for my Plantar Fasciitis?
I read somewhere that material orthotics is bad for ball-of-foot pain. Now, I'm not really sure what the best insoles would be forAsked 4 years ago
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Do hard orthotics really last longer than soft orthotics?
I understand that the type of orthotic will depend on the condition that I have. But will soft ones wear down quicker than hard onAsked 4 years ago
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Are custom orthotics able to give long-term pain relief from my plantar fasciitis?
I have plantar fasciitis in the middle of my left foot for years and it flares up all the time. Any suggestions as to long-term paAsked 4 years ago
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What to do if my podiatrist gave me an orthotic that does not seem to cushion my sore spot in my heel?
My podiatrist gave me an orthotic that doesn't have a cushion under the sore spot in my heel. I feel like I’m walking on a hard paAsked 4 years ago
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Should I use soft or hard insoles for my Plantar Fasciitis?
If I don't end up purchasing custom ones and just want to go with the generics because they are cheaper, should I get the hard oneAsked 4 years ago
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Does my 4 year old son need orthotics if he has flat feet and pronation or will it fix itself as his feet mature?
I have been worried sick. Any recommendation will be highly appreciated. Hopefully, it's not too late to fix his foot. He is not iAsked 4 years ago
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What should I do if my insoles don't relieve the pain of flat feet with huge pronations?
Had persistent pain for a long time, got insoles that were supposed to help with the pain but I haven't noticed any change. Are ceAsked 4 years ago
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Should I buy new insoles or new shoes?
Am I better buying some more insoles or buying some of the shoes people mention? I see oofos, Hokkas, brooks. I am so lost with whAsked 4 years ago
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