ORTHOTICS
Plaster Casting
Getting Your ORTHOTICS Right the First Time: Why The Measurement Method Matters
Let's be clear - your custom orthotics are only as good as how they're measured. Think of it like building a house - if the foundation measurements are off, nothing else will work right.
At our clinics, we stick with plaster casting because it simply works better. Sure, we could use foam boxes or 3D scanners like other clinics, but here's why we don't cut corners: plaster casting is the gold standard for capturing every curve and angle of your foot exactly as it should be.
Here's the real deal about plaster casting:
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It naturally wraps around your foot without forcing it into unnatural positions
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The plaster mold captures your foot's true shape while keeping it properly aligned
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You get a perfect 3D copy of your unique foot structure - every bump, arch, and curve
Yes, pushing your foot into a foam box is faster. Yes, waving a 3D scanner around is less messy. But here's what they don't tell you: these shortcuts often mean your orthotics will need adjustments later. We'd rather take the extra time with plaster casting to get it right the first time.
Is plaster casting messier and more time-consuming? Absolutely. But we believe your comfort is worth the extra effort. When you need orthotics that truly support your feet, there's no substitute for proper measurement. That's why we do it right, right from the start.
ORTHOTICS are for:
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Flat feet
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Heel pain
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Knee pain
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Plantar Fasciitis
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Low Back pain
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Hip pain
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Leg fatigue
We provide
ORTHOTICS
for every shoe style and more...
Foam Box Limitations
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Cannot effectively capture dynamic foot movement or tissue displacement
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May compress differently based on patient weight and application pressure
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Often result in shallower impressions that don't fully reflect arch height
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Limited ability to capture subtle foot characteristics needed for complex conditions
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May deteriorate or distort during shipping and handling
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Cannot be easily modified once the impression is taken
3D Scanning Has Notable Drawbacks
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Cannot capture soft tissue compression and displacement under weight-bearing conditions
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May miss crucial subtleties in foot structure that are tactilely evident in plaster casting
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Dependent on proper calibration and environmental conditions
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Limited ability to capture the foot in a therapeutically corrected position
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Software algorithms may oversimplify complex foot mechanics
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Initial scans often require multiple attempts for accurate results
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Technology limitations with certain foot types (especially high arches or significant deformities)
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