An orthotic is a pad to prevent pressure on a specific part of the foot or to prevent abnormal movement of the foot. Orthotics can be used to treat a variety of foot and ankle problems. The most effective type of orthotics is custom-made. A mold or impression is made of the foot held by Dr. Dustin in the corrected position. The insert is made from the impression to treat your specific foot problem. One common problem with orthotics is that they take up room inside your shoe. Sometimes this will require new shoes, although removing your shoe's lining may gain you the needed space. Allow yourself some time to get used to your new orthotics. They should not be worn for more than a few hours a day, at first. You can increase the time as your foot makes adjustments to the device. There are many variations and customizations that Dr. Dustin can make to personalize your orthotics to your specific foot type and shoe gear needs.