Based in Glasgow
Specialist Foot Orthotics Clinic
Our clinic specialises in creating custom foot orthotics designed just for you. Whether you’re dealing with foot pain, tired legs, sports injuries, or long-term conditions, our goal is to help you walk more comfortably and move with confidence.
Each orthotic is carefully made to fit your foot shape and lifestyle, giving you the right balance of support and comfort. We’re here to make everyday activities easier and keep you moving pain-free.
Who wears foot orthotics?
Pain can stop you in your tracks. Even a small issue, like a sore toe, can affect your comfort and daily life just as much as a major injury. The good news is that with the right diagnosis, the solution is often simple and effective.
That’s why we carry out detailed biomechanical assessments to understand how your body moves, where extra stress is placed, and why pain may be occurring. If needed, custom foot orthotics can be prescribed to gently realign your body, reduce strain on injured tissues, and support recovery.
Orthotics aren’t just for treating pain — they can also help prevent injuries, ease pressure on joints, muscles, and ligaments, and even slow the progression of arthritis. By supporting your feet, they support your whole body.
What are foot orthotics?
Foot orthotics are also known as arch support or insoles. They are prescribed to change foot posture and alter the function of muscles, joints and ligaments of the foot and ankle. This can also alter the function of the knee, hip, spine and shoulder therefore foot orthotics can be used to treat injuries all over the body, including headaches!
We specialise in prescribing Foot Orthotics and now also prescribe and supply 3D Printed Foot Orthotics.
How do foot orthotics work?
The foot is the foundation of the body, connecting to the ankle, knee, hip, pelvis, spine, and head. When the position of one joint changes, it affects the joints and muscles above and below it. This shift alters how surrounding muscles work – some may overwork while others do very little – leading to imbalance and uneven stress.
These imbalances can cause injuries, delay recovery, and contribute to long-term joint wear, such as arthritis. While perfect alignment isn’t necessary, maintaining good joint positioning helps preserve balance between muscles and joints, protecting them over time.
By adjusting the position of the foot, we can influence how forces travel through the body. This helps reduce stress on overloaded areas, supports healing, and protects joints, ligaments, and tendons in the foot and ankle. Foot orthotics play a key role by modifying ground reaction forces, positively affecting the ankle, knee, hip, back, and their surrounding muscles.
For a better understanding of biomechanics, foot orthotics and how it all works read here.
Get in touch with us
We can assist in the diagnosis, assessment and treatment for most injuries, pains and conditions, and work with clients ranging from professional athletes to people simply suffering day to day pain. When you contact us we will advise on the best service for your injury and how much it will cost before booking.
Frequently asked questions
Here are the answers to some frequently asked questions about custom foot orthotics.
What are foot orthotics?
Foot orthotics are custom-made or prefabricated inserts placed inside shoes to support, align, or improve the function of the feet.
How do foot orthotics work?
Orthotics redistribute pressure across the feet, improve alignment, and provide cushioning or support where it’s needed. By correcting abnormal foot mechanics, they can relieve pain in the feet, knees, hips, or lower back and enhance overall walking or running comfort.
Who might benefit from foot orthotics?
People with flat feet, high arches, plantar fasciitis, arthritis, or frequent foot and ankle pain may benefit. They are also useful for athletes to reduce injury risk and improve performance.
Are custom orthotics better than off-the-shelf insoles?
Custom orthotics are made to fit your unique foot shape and medical needs, offering more precise correction and long-term support. Off-the-shelf insoles can help with mild discomfort but may not address underlying biomechanical issues.