Custom Arch Supports, are words many of us never hear until one day we wake up and find suddenly our feet hurt. Basically, they’re no longer “HAPPY FEET”. At this point, you should call to schedule an appointment with SOLE SOLUTIONS, Inc. Why would you need custom arch supports, when you never needed them before? How will they help? What caused this to happen? Will they fit into the shoes you like to wear?

There may be many factors that bring you to this new realization...improperly fitted shoes, shoes of poor design, increased activity, weight gain, injury, common aging of the feet, body alignment and more. Take a look at your families feet, chances are you have some of their characteristics.

The human foot is intricately designed for locomotion and it’s healthy function should be a primary goal. At Sole Solutions, Inc. the initial visit will include:

- a brief history of the problems that led to the foot discomfort
- an evaluation of your gait
- an impression molding and prints of your feet under weight bearing.

Teri Lammers

Reflexology is used to help determine your anatomy, range of motion, sensitive areas, pressure tolerances, and flexibility of each foot. Most of you will really enjoy that part of the evaluation. During the appointment it is important to discuss stretching and strengthening exercises for the feet, and proper footwear.


One of the most common foot problems, heel pain, is often due to a condition called plantar fasciitis. The pain may be most noticeable upon rising and first standing in the morning, or after sitting for long periods of time. It is also common to many athletic individuals. This nagging discomfort may, in many instances, be completely alleviated with the use of expertly fitted and custom designed arch supports. It is paramount to optimum foot health to keep the unique arch of your foot supported, and the tendons and muscles relaxed. The supports also assists healing, and ultimately may bring back your “Happy Feet”.

Custom Arch Supports may be transferred from shoe to shoe. For those of us who like sandals, I am professionally trained to modify the inner soles for greater support and increased comfort. A good fitting shoe with the proper arch support, are the two most basic beginnings to maintaining healthy feet. Arch supports are also an excellent investment for people who appreciate preventative measures.

Teri Lammers, CP, has been in the Orthotic and Prosthetic field for 28 years. She began her career as a technician in Minneapolis, MN. Upon completing four years of the required courses and following a one year internship, she became a Certified Practitioner. Teri is currently a member of the American Board for Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics and the owner of SOLE SOLUTIONS, Inc. Custom Arch Supports at (517) 641-4166.

 

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