Baseball
Orthotics
What exactly
is an 'Baseball orthotic'?
An Baseball orthotic' is a device designed
to restore your natural foot function. Many 'biomechanical'
(walking) complaints such as heel pain, knee pain
and lower back pain are caused by poor foot function.
Baseball orthotics re-align the foot and ankle bones
to their neutral position, thereby restoring natural
foot function. In turn this helps alleviate problems
in other parts of the body.
In addition, orthotics give a more even
weight distribution, taking pressure of sore spots
(e.g. the ball of the foot, corns in between toes,
bunions etc) and they provide some shock absorption.
Who needs Baseball orthotics?
Baseball orthotics benefit baseball players with foot/
leg pain or discomfort due to walking imbalance (biomechanical
complaint). Imbalances such as flat feet, heel pain,
knee pain and shin pain are known to cause pain and
discomfort.
Can you wear the Baseball
orthotics during all daily activities?
- People who stand or walk all day will benefit from
orthotics.
- If you suffer from pain during any form of sporting
exercise then orthotics can reduce the pain associated
with your condition.
- For overweight individuals, orthotics will help
to counteract the extra stress being placed on the
feet.
What specific conditions
may be helped?
Below is a list of all the conditions that Baseball
orthotics can help.
Achilles Tendonitis, Corns, Metatarsalgia, Sesamoiditis,
Ankle Sprains, Flat Feet, Neuroma, Tendonitis, Arch
Pain, Heel Pain, Pronation, Top of the foot pain, Bunions,
Knee Pain, Shin Pain, Toe Pain.
Running imbalance in your feet can alter the bony structure
of your feet and lower legs. Baseball orthotics
have been proven to eliminate posture problems and foot
and leg pain.
Do I need a doctor's
prescription to order Baseball orthotics ?
No. Baseball orthotics are available in foot care stores
and via internet sites.
Why do I need Baseball
orthotics ?
Imbalances of the bones of the feet can result in
abnormal foot motion (over pronation). This can impair
foot function which can result in abnormal rotation
of the legs and sometimes affects the knees, hips or
back. If we combine these tremendous forces with the
need for precise balance, we can see how small structural
changes in the foot can make significant differences.
Baseball orthotics help to improve those structural
changes.
If I use Baseball orthotics
will I become dependent on them?
No. Baseball Orthotics simply allow the muscles, tendons
and bones of the feet and lower legs to function at
their highest potential.
Can Baseball orthotics
reduce pronation and prevent sports injuries?
A project conducted at the NIKE Sport Research Laboratory
studied the effects of orthotics on rear foot movement
in running. Nine well-trained runners who wore orthotics
were chosen as subjects. The results of the study indicated
that orthotics reduced rear foot movement by roughly
one degree or approximately nine percent of the amount
found in runners not using orthotics. The average reduction
of the maximum velocity of pronation was fifteen percent.
Thus this study indicates that orthotics and insoles
control over pronation which will treat and prevent
many sporting injuries.
How long will my Baseball
orthotics Last?
Usually between 12 to 18 months.
Does it take time to
get used to Baseball orthotics ?
Your feet need time to adjust to the correct biomechanical
(walking) position. Orthotics should be gradually used
to begin with. During the first 48 hours of use, use
the orthotics for approximately 3-4 hours. After this
period of time it is recommended you use the orthotics
for 6-8 hours. In the second week of use the orthotics
can be utilized all day.
Recommended
Product
Dr
Foot's Sports Orthotics
Dr Foot's Sport
Insoles provide extra longitudinal support and cushioning.
Forefoot extensions prevent movement of the insert,
which is important during sporting activities.
The ideal insole
for complete foot support, comfort, correct posture
and mechanics. Dr Foot's insole is a unique foot support
system intended to help relieve over pronation, while
preventing foot strain and injury. A full-length, prescription
like arch support prevents and treats foot pain. The
result: control for feet rolling inward (over-pronation),
which can pull the entire lower body out of alignment.
A special fabric cover reduces slippage and heat, helping
keep feet drier.
Provides support and comfort during
every stage of walking and running during Baseball.
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