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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 2 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 for me to wear. What should I consider in terms of softness, hardness, and other things?Asked 2 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 ones?Asked 2 years ago
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Do orthotics help with overpronation in my ankles?
I have overpronation in my ankles. What's the best course of action for that?Asked 2 years ago
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What can I do if my insole does not relieve the pain of a flat foot?
I have 1 flat foot with a huge pronation. I wear an insole on that foot but it doesn't relieve the pain. What can i do?Asked 2 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 pain relief?Asked 2 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 part of the orthotic that helps the arch area. Anyone else have that? I think I need a bigger cushion.Asked 2 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 ones or the softer ones?Asked 2 years ago
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What should I do if my custom orthotics cause pain even when sitting down?
Are they poorly designed? I feel pain in my feet constantly now.Asked 2 years ago
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Is it normal to feel pain while breaking in custom insoles?
If the insoles are custom designed to my feet then surely I shouldn't be feeling any pain at all? Does it mean that they are poorly designed, or how long will it take to break them in?Asked 2 years ago
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