Vancouver Foot Orthotics at the Downtown Wellness Centre

What makes our office unique is our expertise in the assessment of the biomechanics that relate to our patient’s foot/body condition and the subsequent plan of management to address these conditions.  Whether you are a casual walker or a competitive athlete, if you are looking

for a successful solution to improve the function of your feet and overall body, look to Vancouver Foot Orthotics at the Downtown Wellness Centre.

Your Feet and the Rest of Your Body

Lack of proper care, ill-fitting shoes and general foot neglect are responsible for the majority of foot problems.
It's important to understand your  feet have direct impact on the rest of your body and support you with each step.  A small abnormality in foot function can have a large impact on joints higher up in the body, causing pain and discomfort.

When you are running, the pressure on your feet can be three or four times your body weight. Even walking can produce more pressure than the sum of your body weight. The American Podiatric Medical Association says that the average person takes 8,000 to 10,000 steps a day. That adds up to about 115,000 miles in a lifetime or more than four times the circumference of the globe. That is a lot of walking with ill-fitting shoes or painful feet!!

In some cases foot ailments can be an early signal of more serious medical problems like arthritis or diabetes.  Women have four times as many foot problems as men because they have a long history of wearing high heels and/or pointy toe shoes.  Orthotics and proper shoe fit are very important aspects of foot health.  Remember if you are experiencing pain or discomfort in your ankles, knees or hip joints ....the direct cause may be the function of your feet or ill-fitting shoes.

Our Process

Upon arrival of a patient at our office with an indication for prescription foot orthotics or footwear:

1. A clinical history of the patient will be conducted taking into account all health and lifestyle factors.
2. A weight and non-weight bearing foot examination will be conducted followed by a gait analysis .
3. A subtalar neutral non-weight bearing cast impression of the patient’s feet will be taken.         
4. Based on the foot examination, gait analysis and foot impression the Orthotic Group Lab will produce a custom orthotic to patient specifications.         
5. Patient will be fitted with the customized footwear and further educated as to proper orthotic use and future care. 

Ask Dr. Badyal

Educating patients about foot care is an important part of our business. After all, your feet are at the very base of your physical structure. When people have questions about their health, they generally turn to their Dr. for answers. Ask the Dr is a convenient service on this Web site, designed to answer your questions about orthotic care and feet. Although you may find this resource helpful in answering your questions, Ask the Dr. should never replace a consultation with a health care professional.