Orthotics/Certified Pedorthist

Pedorthists Can Help With …..

A wide range of conditions including but not limited to;

  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Bunions/Hallux Valgus
  • Hallux Limitus/Hallux Rigidus
  • Metatarsalgia (pain in ball of foot)
  • Lateral Ankle Sprains
  • Peroneal Tendinosis
  • Shin Splints
  • Knee Pain – (i.e. arthritis, patellofemoral pain syndrome etc)
  • Osgood-Schlatters
  • Arthritis in 1st MTP, lesser toes. ankles, knees etc.
  • Morton’s Neuroma
  • Achilles Tendinopathy
  • IT band syndrome
  • Leg length discrepancy
  • Hip pain
  • Low back pain
  • Calcaneal or Metatarsal Stress Fracture
  • Sever’s Disease
  • Freiberg’s Disease
  • Claw/Hammer/Mallet Toe deformities with associated callouses
  • Balance Issues

Contact us if you’re not sure you could benefit from the services offered by a  “Pedorthist”!

We will be happy to answer your questions and guide you through the process.

Service/Products Offered:

Initial Appointment/Biomechanical Assessment/Gait Analysis – $90 + HST
     o 45-minute appointment
     o Note: patients should bring a variety of shoes that they typically wear
     o Appointment includes education on footwear, guidance on stretching and strengthening exercises, etc.
• Custom-made Foot Orthotics – $575
     o 30-minute fitting appointment
     o Note: the turn around time between the initial assessment and the pick up appointment is 2 weeks
     o Note: insurance companies that cover orthotics often need a prescription from the family doctor with            the diagnosis listed
• Adjustments, Follow-up appointments
     o 30 minutes
     o Ranges between $50-$70 + HST (depending on what needs to be done)
• Sizing/measurements for compression stockings
     o 30-minute appointment
     o Compression stockings vary in price based on amount of compression, length of stocking, material, etc.           (average price around $120-$150 per pair)
• Footwear Modifications (such as shoe stretching, lifts for LLD, etc.)
• Massage ball for plantar fasciitis and other muscles – $25 + HST
• Custom Made or Off the Shelf Night Splint
• Foot File – $10 + HST
• Correct Toes (toe spacers) – $90 +HST
• Other toe spacers, covers, etc.

 

 

                                   Elisa Harrison – Canadian Certified Pedorthist

                                                      Custom-made Orthotics         http://www.elisaharrison.com

You can book directly with Elisa to see her at South City Physiotherapy – by clicking on the link above. Once that link takes you to her website, first click the “Book an Appointment” tab, then the “Book Now” tab above “South City Physiotherapy”.

What is a Canadian Certified Pedorthist – C. Ped (C)
Canadian Certified Pedorthists are allied healthcare professionals trained in the assessment of lower limb anatomy and biomechanics. They specialize in the design, fit, and modification of custom-made orthotics, orthopaedic footwear, and braces. C. Ped (C)s determine a patient’s treatment through a biomechanical exam and gait analysis. The goal of every Canadian Certified Pedorthist is to help patients achieve and maintain proper foot care and lower limb health so they can live healthy, active lives.