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Custom Orthotics in Downtown Vancouver
Orthotics are inserts worn in your shoes that are designed to influence how your feet load and move, which may improve comfort during daily activities. When the arches roll inward more than usual—a pattern often called overpronation—extra strain may appear in the feet and legs, sometimes even the knees or lower back. Orthotic devices are recognized as medical devices in Canada.
What to Expect at Your Appointment
Your visit at Harbourview Chiropractic & Massage Clinic begins with a computerized GaitScan™ assessment and a casted mould to capture your foot shape and loading pattern. GaitScan records pressure data as you walk across the plate, helping your clinician decide whether custom insoles could be appropriate. Your scan and cast are sent to The Orthotic Group laboratory for fabrication in accordance with the prescription.
How Orthotics May Help
These custom devices are crafted to your foot contours and activity needs. They’re intended to reduce excessive pronation, guide motion toward a more neutral position, and help distribute pressure more evenly. While results vary, people often report easier walking and less day-to-day soreness when footwear and exercises are paired with orthotics.
Common concerns people ask about include:
- Heel and arch discomfort
- Tired feet after standing
- Shin splints
- Knee irritation with longer walks or runs.
- If symptoms persist or worsen, it’s time to seek an appropriate evaluation.
Who Provides the Service
Your assessment and casting are performed by our chiropractor, Dr. Glen Woodman, who has nearly three decades of experience with orthotic prescriptions. RMTs and chiropractors in BC must follow professional standards when discussing or dispensing these devices, and our clinic aligns with the guidelines. Most extended health plans include some coverage, and direct billing is available for many insurers.
Book Your Visit
Ready to find out whether these appliances might be suitable for you? Schedule a scan and casting appointment in Downtown Vancouver, and bring your everyday shoes and any athletic footwear. Call today.