I am tired of seeing orthotics being prescribed like pills. Oh, your foot hurts… Well this shoe and orthotic combo work wonders but it will cost you $1300+. Um… No. Has your foot pain hurt you your entire life? Chances are the answer is a strong no! Over-the-counter orthotics are relatively pointless to relieve your pain unless they cost $20 or less constructed with Sorbothane. Here is a link for a pair on Amazon or if you want them now most Walgreens or CVS carry them. Sorbothane is the best shock absorbing material on the market, period. This type of orthotic is more for those individuals that have generalized foot pain during long periods of standing.
The overwhelming percentage of individuals who are told by said doctor or foot expert they need orthotics are drastically overplayed. Why you ask? Simple – money. Who doesn’t want to get paid $1300 for something that cost $20 (tops if it’s from the store) to produce. It’s a great ROI booster.
Foot pain is a symptom not a cause. There is something driving the foot pain and the overwhelming percentage of the time orthotics are simply a band-aid. You wouldn't want a heart surgeon to throw a piece of ducktape on an artery and charge you for it. That's not going to fix anything! If you’re looking for a place or facility that is worth spending on custom orthotics or exercises to help your foot pain I will be following this blog up shortly with just that!
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Dr. Keith Sparks' focus is to improve the movement-based care of Wichita, Kansas via a comprehensive, hands-on approach utilizing the best of chiropractic, rehabilitation, and soft tissue therapeutic services to produce the best outcomes in regard to health and performance. Dr. Keith Sparks is often seen in the Wichita community speaking at business events and teaching health and performance classes.
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