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Podiatrist vs. Orthopedist: Who is best at treating foot pain?
Just saw a new orthopedist yesterday. He said that the plastic inserts that my prior podiatrist recommended were no good. So who sAsked 4 years ago
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How long does it take for orthotics to help plantar fasciitis to go away?
Greetings, fellow humans. I went and bought myself custom orthotics to help me get through plantar fasciitis, but now I can't heAsked 4 years ago
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Are orthotics necessary for plantar fasciitis?
Hi, I went to a doctor the other day because my left foot has been incredibly sore, and they told me I've got plantar fasciitis. Asked 3 years ago
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Can orthotics help my hallux limitus due to golf?
I suffer from terrible joint pain in my big toe, all because I love to play golf! And so it has become time to try and do somethinAsked 4 years ago
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What are the price ranges for good custom orthotic inserts?
I want to spend my money on good quality custom orthotics but also don't want to waste it if it is just unjustifiably high.Asked 4 years ago
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What is the best material for orthotics?
What is the best material for orthotics? I tried looking online, and I'm getting a mix of hard and soft orthotics. I'm not sure whAsked 3 years ago
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Any advice for ankle and knee pain due to flat feet?
My pain only started a few years ago, but the insoles I got are not comfortable and slip around a lot in my shoe. Any advice as toAsked 4 years ago
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What can I put inside my shoes to help with foot pain if I stand 8 hours a day?
I work in production so I stand for 8 hours. My foot pain starts after 30 mins of it. What are some good shoes or something to putAsked 4 years ago
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Should I wear insoles with Asics gel nimbus 22 shoes?
Just bought Asics gel nimbus 22. Does anyone use them without adding an insole? I love the feel without my insole, which has a higAsked 4 years ago
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What are the best orthotics and insole for big toes and flat feet?
My heels and big toes feel like they could fall off at work. Is it possible to permanently fix my flat feet with orthotics and arcAsked 4 years ago
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