Assessment and Fitting
Why do we need footwear assessments?
Footwear varies in shapes and sizes, presenting a challenge in finding the perfect pair that suits both you and your feet. When trying on shoes, several factors related to your own feet come into play, determining whether a shoe is suitable or not.
It's crucial to be aware of your arch type—whether you have flat arches (pes planus), normal arches, or high arches (pes cavus)—as the depth of the shoes significantly impacts comfort.
Additionally, understanding if your ankles pronate (roll in), supinate (roll out), or maintain a neutral position is essential, influencing the level of support required.
The width of the shoe is another critical factor in achieving a well-fitting shoe; excessive width diminishes support, while insufficient width can lead to skin irritation and restricted joint movement.
What should I expect during a footwear assessment?
History:
Initially, we will engage in a discussion about any discomfort or issues you may be encountering both within and outside of footwear.
Posture:
We will evaluate your foot and ankle posture while standing and walking. For those engaged in sports, an assessment of posture during relevant movements for the specific sport will also be conducted.
Foot Type Analysis:
Determining whether you pronate, supinate, or maintain a neutral position, as well as assessing whether your feet are narrow, standard, or wide.
Review of Current Shoes:
A comprehensive examination of your current shoes, including an analysis of wear patterns on the soles. Gait analysis will be performed if you have multiple pairs of shoes.
Shoe Recommendations:
After considering all aspects of your lifestyle, work, and sports activities, we will provide recommendations for specific brands, styles, or footwear stores that we believe will offer you the most benefits.
NDIS Funded Footwear
Steps for NDIS-funded footwear:
Scheduling & Assessment
Contact us at 03 9931 1385 to schedule your initial footwear assessment. A qualified podiatrist at Foot Wellbeing will meticulously assess and measure your feet and gait during this appointment.Approval
A recommendation letter will be forwarded to the support coordinator to secure funding and request approval for the provision of footwear.Fitting & Review
You will receive fittings for your podiatrist-approved footwear. Following the acquisition of your footwear, your podiatrist will conduct a reassessment to ensure proper fit and comfort.
HCP Funded Footwear
This funded footwear may be prescribed by a podiatrist to address specific foot conditions or to provide necessary support for individuals with mobility challenges.
Steps for HCP-funded footwear:
Scheduling & Assessment
Contact us at 03 9931 1385 to schedule your initial footwear assessment. A qualified podiatrist at Foot Wellbeing will meticulously assess and measure your feet and gait during this appointment.Approval
A recommendation letter will be forwarded to the case manager to secure funding and request approval for the provision of footwear.Fitting & Review
You will receive fitting for your podiatrist-approved footwear. Following the acquisition of your footwear, your podiatrist will conduct a reassessment to ensure proper fit and comfort.
Custom Made Orthotics for the comfort and health of your feet.
Orthotics are a very common solution for our patients here at Foot Wellbeing, because they are a practical and effective tool in assisting with the support and treatment of many foot and lower limb conditions. Our team have a wealth of knowledge and experience with orthotic care and can provide you with a completely personalised, unbiased assessment, in order to create the right fit for you.
Based on a biomechanical assessment of your foot conducted by our qualified podiatrists, we design custom orthotics, commonly known as shoe inserts, to re-position your foot for optimum performance. Using the Amfit 3D scanning technologies, we can provide an individualized and tailored solution for every foot.
Custom-made orthotics with arch support, are often used as an alternative to surgery, or even after surgery, to help you to maintain proper alignment.
Foot orthotics correct the biomechanical deficiency of the foot structure and the use of them aims to improve mid-foot and hindfoot alignments. With the use of the latest technology, we can help you achieve correct foot alignment with custom orthotics.
A podiatrist can provide custom made orthotic solutions for your condition, for a number of reasons, including:
Effective individualized intervention and treatment of specific conditions
Ongoing care and prevention of worsening conditions
Restore foot function to normal
We only work with reputable, industry leading brands that are best for your feet, including:
We are committed to the health and wellbeing of our patients and are always available to speak with our patients, provide detailed care plans and answer all of your questions and address any concerns you may have.