What is a Pedorthist?

A Pedorthist is a healthcare professional trained in the science and practice of evaluating for, and then custom-fabricating, medical devices that prevent or improve painful or disabling foot and ankle conditions. The Pedorthist works under the direction of the Doctor to provide theraputic devices and footwear that assist in:

• Accomodating foot deformities
• Correcting misalignment of the foot and ankle
• Reducing damaging motion that can cause pain and deformities
• Improving balance
• Mitigating fall risk