Foot Orthotics for "Pumps"

Foot Orthotics can fit into "Pumps"

Problem:
 "I need to wear my Foot Orthotics but they do not fit into my Pumps"

Solution: 
Modern day orthotic laboratories now have a special technique to fit the Foot Orthotic into a pump.

Pumps for women are usually heeled. The shape has varied through time. In the UK, in 2007, a closed toe and wide (non-stiletto) heel were worn by the very fashion-conscious, but most still wore stilettos of mainly 'kitten' height to medium height.

In the UK, outside the fashion trade, the term "pumps" would normally imply flat or low-heel dancing or ballerina pumps, or even rubber-soled canvas plimsolls. In the U.S., "pumps" exclusively refers to women's shoes with a kitten or higher heel.

Pumps can be made from any material, but traditional patent leather is popular. Pumps are mostly worn with a suit or a uniform, but are also worn with formal and informal dresses, skirts, trousers, and jeans. White, stiletto-heeled pumps are the standard attire with swimsuits in beauty pageants.

Foot Orthotics and "Pumps"

Custom Foot Orthotics and women's shoes can be problem with fit. The general nature of a pump is that it is narrow and tight fitting. When a attempt to fit a orthotic device is made there is little room for the bulk of a regular shaped Orthotic.

Solution:

1. Reduce bulk by grinding the shape to mimic the shape of the pump. A pump is narrow in the mid-foot with the forefoot and rearfoot wider.

2. Lower the heel cup to 10 mm deep.

3. Grind the thickness of the pump in the heel until a hole is formed. This will allow the foot to seat deeper in the shoe.

4. Allow the Orthotic to bend to adjust to different heel heights of the shoe.

Dr. Yoshidas Foot Orthotic Center  has experience with this problem and has a practical solution.... order the correct Orthotic.

A typical Walking Orthotic or Sport Orthotic will be to bulky to fit.

A "Slim Fashion" Orthotic will fit and give you the orthotic support necessary.

If you already have an Orthotic, a duplicate pair can be made to fit your narrow fashion pump.

For more information please call 213-538-8641 or visit our website.

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Foot Orthotics ... Flexible Shell or More Padding

The Flexible Geriatric Model provides medium support that controls the foot yet allows the Orthotic to moderately flex. 

A thinner shell is used to achieve the proper flexibility for the customers' height, weight, age and activity level.

When choosing how much padding, if any, consider how stable the geriatric application  is. Let the shoe do the padding and purchase a flexible geriatric model. Arch support with flex is more stable then firm Orthotic and more padding.

If instant "cush" is what you want order extra padding.

Geriatric customers often have lost the fat pad under their heels and "balls of the foot".

Moderate flexible shell and double padding under the "Balls of the Feet" is very comfortable.

Cushioning keeps your feet younger ...longer.

Dr. Yoshidas' Foot Orthotic Center can provide you with many choices for foot comfort.

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Sport Orthotics have a moderately flexible shell and extra padding.

Sport Orthotic

Sport Orthotics is a term that suggest the Foot Orthotic has the appropriate amount of flexibility for athletic activities.

Medical Grade Foot Orthotics, when prescribed by a trained Medical Professional, take many factors when deciding flexibility. The patients age, weight, distance traveled during sporting activities and the patients foot problems are the criteria that the flexibility is decided.

This Sport and Walking orthotic type is made from 4mm, 3mm or 2mm polypropylene shell with a rearfoot post depending on flexibility required. 

The top cover is moisture resistant simulated extended to toes. Soft impact foam is added under the balls of the foot and toes. 

Extreme sport applications may call for a foam build up under the arch for more long term support.

This Sport and walking orthotic provides medium to high bio-mechanical support and is for walking, jogging, running and general sports activities.

Extra padding is available for more impact cushioning.

Dr.Yoshidas' Foot Orthotic Center can answer most questions about Medical Grade Foot Orthotics.

213-538-8641