Orthotics
Custom foot orthotics are precisely shaped inserts designed to support, correct, and cushion your feet based on your unique foot structure and gait. Unlike off-the-shelf insoles, they’re built to your exact anatomy, addressing the specific mechanical issues driving your pain rather than offering generic support.
This page covers how orthotics work, the types available, and what to expect from fitting to finished device.
What Are Custom Foot Orthotics?
Custom foot orthotics are medical-grade shoe inserts moulded to the shape of your foot, designed to correct abnormal foot mechanics, redistribute pressure, and support areas of weakness or instability. They’re prescribed based on a full assessment of your foot structure, gait, and the condition being treated, rather than a standard shoe size.
How Do They
Work?
By supporting the arch, heel, or forefoot in a specific way, orthotics change how force travels through the foot and up the leg with each step. This can correct excessive rolling of the foot (overpronation or oversupination), offload pressure from painful areas, and improve overall alignment through the ankle, knee, and hip.
Types of Orthotics We Offer
Rigid Orthotics
Firm support for structural correction, often used for flat feet or biomechanical misalignment
Semi-Rigid Orthotics
A balance of support and flexibility, suited to sports and active use
Soft/Accommodative Orthotics
Cushioned devices for pressure relief, often used for diabetic feet or arthritic joints
Paediatric Orthotics
Designed for growing feet to support healthy development
Rigid Orthotics
Firm support for structural correction, often used for flat feet or biomechanical misalignment
Semi-Rigid Orthotics
A balance of support and flexibility, suited to sports and active use
Soft/Accommodative Orthotics
Cushioned devices for pressure relief, often used for diabetic feet or arthritic joints
Paediatric Orthotics
Designed for growing feet to support healthy development
What Conditions Do They Treat?
- Flat feet and high arches
- Plantar fasciitis and heel pain
- Overpronation-related knee, shin, and hip pain
- Diabetic foot complications requiring pressure offloading
- Bunions, hammertoes, and other structural foot conditions
How Are Custom Orthotics Measured, Made, and How Do They Differ from Off-the-Shelf Insoles?
Your podiatrist assesses your foot structure and gait, then takes a cast or digital scan of your feet for custom fabrication, followed by a fitting to check comfort and make any adjustments needed.
Feature
Custom Orthotics
Off-the-Shelf Insoles
Fit
Built from a cast or scan of your feet
Generic, one-size-fits-most
Basis
Prescribed to your gait and condition
No individual assessment
Support
Targeted correction where you need it
General cushioning only
Best For
Biomechanical issues, chronic pain, diabetic feet
Mild, everyday comfort
How Are Custom Orthotics Measured, Made, and How Do They Differ from Off-the-Shelf Insoles?
Your podiatrist assesses your foot structure and gait, then takes a cast or digital scan of your feet for custom fabrication, followed by a fitting to check comfort and make any adjustments needed.
- Feature
- Fit
- Custom Orthotics
- Built from a cast or scan of your feet
- Off-the-Shelf Insoles
- Generic, one-size-fits-most
- Feature
- Basis
- Custom Orthotics
- Prescribed to your gait and condition
- Off-the-Shelf Insoles
- No individual assessment
- Feature
- Support
- Custom Orthotics
- Targeted correction where you need it
- Off-the-Shelf Insoles
- General cushioning only
- Feature
- Best For
- Custom Orthotics
- Biomechanical issues, chronic pain, diabetic feet
- Off-the-Shelf Insoles
- Mild, everyday comfort
Support That's Built Around Your Foot
We provide custom orthotics across all four types, backed by a full biomechanical assessment to ensure the device matches your condition and activity level. Fitting includes casting or scanning and a follow-up session to confirm fit and comfort.
Our Clinic
- Palais Renaissance 390 Orchard Rd, #10-03 Singapore 238871
- +65 8044 9825
- contactus@emeraldhillpodiatry.com
By appointment only
