PRONATION

Not only are the joints and soft parts of the foot subject to heavy load at a neutral step, but the load also increases dramatically in incorrect positions. This may result in pain in the foot, lower leg, knee or even higher parts of the body. In the worst case, it can make it impossible to exercise. These potentially harmful foot positions can often be corrected by using the proper insoles. Note that moderate pronation with an inward rotation of the foot is part of the natural movement of the foot and not a misalignment as such.

ORTOLAB INSOLES: Overpronation can be counteracted to varying degrees through dynamic foot arch support like that provided by Ortolab insoles. In addition, the movement of the foot can be corrected when the insoles are sheared.

HIP AND LUMBAR PROBLEMS

Hip and lumbar problems often stem from an incorrect foot position. For example, the problem may be due to harmful rotation caused by overpronation propagating upward in the locomotor system.

ORTOLAB INSOLES:  The insoles prevent overpronation, increase shock absorption and promote a natural and correct movement pattern in the foot, which also results in a positive effect higher up in the locomotor system.

KNEES AND HIP – ARTHRITIS

ORTOLAB INSOLES:  Den ökade stötdämpningen har en lindrande effekt vid artros både i knä och höftled.

KNÄ – HOPPARKNÄ

ORTOLAB INSOLES:  Increased shock absorption has a positive effect on osteoarthritis of the knee and hip joints.

KNEE – RUNNER’S KNEE

Runners may develop problems with the iliotibial band in connection with the lateral femur epicondyle. This condition may also be aggravated by straining the foot with a certain degree of over-pronation.

ORTOLAB INSOLES:  By supporting the natural shock absorption of the foot – both the heel cushion and the movement of the two foot archs – harmful over-pronation and knee strain is reduced. The choice of shoes is also important.

PERIOSTITIS

There are a number of possible causes of this injury. It is among the most frequent conditions triggered by overexertion. Listed below are a number of other common causes.
• Intense jumping/running exercise.
• The structure of the foot arch, incorrect foot positioning.
• Change of or incorrect type of shoe.
• Change of terrain (indoor-outdoor, grass-gravel, snow-bare ground, soft-hard, etc.).
• Too much exercise on hard ground.
• Rapid turns and sharp stops.

ORTOLAB INSOLES:  The built-in cushioning of the insoles reduces the stress on the shins/lower leg. A common cause of periostitis is also over-pronation. The dynamic foot arch support of ortholab insoles can reduce much of the harmful over-pronation.

FOREFOOT – HALLUX RIGIDUS (STIFF BIG TOE)

Arthritis, wear on the main joint of the big toe, is called Hallux rigidus as it causes movement restriction due to significant deposits around the edges of the joint. Symptoms: Rigidity and exertion pain in the main joint of the big toe. Most noticeable toward the end of a step. Sometimes leads to pain after exertion. Often the result of some sort of trauma, repeated or otherwise. Common in e.g. soccer players..

ORTOLAB INSOLES:  The pad supports the anterior transverse foot arch and elevates the forefoot toe bone. The foot arch support (anterior) is also very important to avoid concluding the step above the compromised toe. Extra-wide shoes (possibly with outloading over the big toe joint) may also offer relief.

FOREFOOT- HALLUX VALGUS (BUNIONS)

Hallux valgus is a condition characterized by the big toe turning crooked and the growth of a lump on the side of the joint of the toe. Hallux valgus is the most common foot deformity and occurs mainly in women. Thought to be a mainly hereditary condition, shoe selection is nevertheless of great importance. Forefoot pronation may also increase the strain on the side of the big toe joint.

ORTOLAB INSOLES: The pad supports the anterior transverse foot arch and elevates the forefoot toe bone. The foot arch support (anterior) is also very important to avoid concluding the step above the compromised toe. Extra-wide shoes (possibly with outloading over the big toe joint) may also offer relief.

FOREFOOT – MORTON’S TOE (COMPRESSED NERVE)

The nerve between the 3rd and 4th toes can sometimes end up pinched, forming a sore nerve bundle, which may cause severe exertion injury in the form of sharp pains. The feeling is sometimes described as getting stabbed in the foot.

ORTOLAB INSOLES:  The dynamic pad under the forefoot arch supports the middle toe joints and creates additional space, relieving the nerve.

FOREFOOT – SUNKEN FOREFOOT ARCH

The front transverse foot arch is not visible from the side, but it is located just behind the head parts of the middle foot bone. Sunken forefoot arches may cause significant pain in the forefoot when strained. Sufferers may develop hardened structures and experience foot fatigue. The metatarsal bones in the forefoot are overloaded. This can also give rise to ”Hammer toe” (the toes become excessively bent).

ORTOLAB INSOLES: Thanks to the combination of the dynamic foot arch support and the dynamic pad, the front foot arch is elevated and relieved without inhibiting the natural movement of the foot.

MIDDLE FOOT – DROPPED TRANSVERSE FOOT ARCH

In this condition, the transverse arch has lost its original shape and given in. As a result, the biomechanical shock absorption of the foot does not function properly, which may lead to inflammation and a host of other problems in the foot as the bone structure, muscles, tendons and such are displaced.

ORTOLAB FOTBÄDDEN:  Genom att ge ett dynamiskt stöd till det längsgående fotvalvet återskapar Ortolab fotbädden valvets form och funktion, utan att låsa den naturliga rörelsen. Kan därigenom även minska problem med överpronation.

REAR FOOT – CONDITIONS INVOLVING THE ACHILLES TENDON

Conditions involving the Achilles tendon are usually caused by overexertion and may cause pain, swelling and tenderness in connection with the tendon. Overexertion injuries mainly occur in exercise and sports activities involving extensive running and jumping.

ORTOLAB INSOLES: May help by supporting and relieving the entire locomotor complex of the foot, particularly through the dynamic support in both the longitudinal and transverse foot arch.

REAR FOOT – HEEL PAD SYNDROME

In this condition, the cushion of fat underneath the heel has been blown out, losing its elasticity. The heel bone becomes too exposed to bumps in the footfall, causing pain.

ORTOLAB INSOLES: The exceedingly shock-absorbing HGP material under the heel and the cup shape that holds the sides of the heel together are able to restore the function of the heel cushion.

REAR FOOT – PLANTAR FASCIITIS / HEEL SPURS

In Plantar Fasciitis, the precursor to heel spur, the pain can either come suddenly or gradually and often begins under the heel at a point on the front of the heel. The pain may extend to the center of the longitudinal foot arch and to the back of the ankle. The first sign of the condition is that it hurts when you take your first steps in the morning or after rest. Initially an overload injury, it is most common in feet with high archs, due to the greater chronic strain on the tendon.

ORTOLAB INSOLES:  The extremely shock-absorbing HGP material supports and cushions the entire foot, particularly the longitudinal foot arch. In this way, it reduces the load where the Plantar Fasciian (the tendon that forms the foot arch) attaches to the heel bone. In addition, our orthopedic technology is often also able to provide relief at the point of pain.