Arthritis is common and causes severe pain and disfigurement. Your feet are designed to carry your body weight. When the natural shock absorbers wear away in the big toe, small joints of the midfoot, ankle or knee - pain occurs whenever you walk.
There is developing evidence to support orthotics (insoles) and footwear help reduce pain in the foot, ankle and knee. Research from Australia and supported by leading sports brand Asics International is showing the benefits of orthotics for knee arthritis. Research from AUT into rheumatoid arthritis has also shown how the correct orthoses and shoes significantly reduce pain.
Arthritic conditions we have improved:
- Osteoarthritis (wear and tear) of the foot, toes, ankle, knee and hip
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Gouty arthritis of the big toe joint
If you have pain due to arthritis call us to make an appointment with one of our experienced podiatrists.
