Foot & Ankle Pain

Below, we outline some common foot & ankle conditions and how our orthotics can be designed to support and treat them effectively. Book today to receive expert guidance on the best orthotic and exercise solution for your needs.

At Limitless Orthotics, we offer a unique, holistic approach to care by combining expertly designed orthotic devices with tailored exercise plans for most conditions. This integrated service ensures not only immediate support and pain relief but also helps strengthen and rehabilitate your body for long-term improvements.

Below, we outline some common foot conditions and how orthotics can be designed to support and treat them effectively.

Common foot conditions

  • Description: Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain. It occurs when the plantar fascia – the thick band of tissue running along the bottom of your foot – becomes inflamed. This condition often causes sharp, stabbing pain near the heel, especially in the morning or after prolonged periods of rest.

    Orthotic Solutions:

    • Phits Insoles with Footscan: Custom made insoles tailored to your specific gait and pressure patterns.

    • Kinetix Insoles: A lower cost, evidence based insole range.

  • Description: Heel pain can arise from a variety of causes, including overuse, poor footwear, or biomechanical issues. It may be associated with conditions like plantar fasciitis, bursitis, or stress fractures.

    Orthotic Solutions:

    • Phits Insoles with Footscan: Custom made insoles tailored to your specific gait and pressure patterns.

    • Kinetix Insoles: A lower cost, evidence based insole range.

  • Description: Flat feet occur when the arches of the feet collapse, causing the soles to come into complete or near-complete contact with the ground. This condition often leads to over-pronation, where the foot rolls inward excessively during walking or running. Over-pronation can cause stress on joints, leading to pain in the ankles, knees, hips, and lower back.

    Orthotic Solutions:

    • Phits Insoles with Footscan: Custom made insoles tailored to your specific gait and pressure patterns.

    • Kinetix Insoles: A lower cost, evidence based insole range.

    • Richie Brace: Offers additional support for severe cases.

  • Description: Shin splints refers to pain along the inner edge of the shinbone (tibia) due to overuse or stress, often seen in runners and athletes. The condition may result from improper footwear, overpronation, or poor running technique.

    Orthotic Solutions:

    • Phits Insoles with Footscan: Custom made to your specific gait to correct alignment and reduce stress on the shin.

    • Kinetix Insoles:  A lower cost, evidence based insole range to support the arch and absorb impact forces.

  • Description: This painful condition affects the ball of the foot, often between the third and fourth toes. It’s caused by thickening or irritation of the nerve and can lead to a burning sensation, numbness, or sharp pain.

    Orthotic Solutions:

    • Phits Insoles with Footscan: Custom made insoles tailored to your specific gait and pressure patterns.

    • Kinetix Insoles: A lower cost, evidence based insole range.

    • Toe Spacers: Can be added for additional relief and alignment.

    • Metatarsal pads: Special pads added to an insole that splay the bones of the foot, alleviating pressure on the nerve.

  • Description: Achilles tendonitis is inflammation of the Achilles tendon, which connects the calf muscles to the heel bone. It’s often caused by overuse or repetitive strain, resulting in pain and stiffness at the back of the ankle.

    Orthotic Solutions:

    • Heel Lifts: Stock or custom lifts to reduce strain on the Achilles tendon.

    • Phits Insoles with Footscan: Custom made insoles tailored to your specific gait and pressure patterns.

    • Kinetix Insoles: A lower cost, evidence based insole range.

    • Custom Ankle Brace: Offers additional support and immobilisation during recovery.

  • Description: Metatarsalgia refers to pain in the ball of the foot, often caused by overuse, improper footwear, or biomechanical issues. It’s commonly described as a burning or aching pain.

    Orthotic Solutions:

    • Phits Insoles with Footscan: Custom made insoles tailored to your specific gait and pressure patterns.

    • Kinetix Insoles: A lower cost, evidence based insole range.

    Metatarsal pads: Special pads added to an insole that splay the bones of the foot, alleviating pressure on the nerve.

  • Description: High arches are the opposite of flat feet and can cause excessive pressure on the heel and ball of the foot. This condition may lead to instability, pain, and even stress fractures.

    Orthotic Solutions:

    • Custom moulded Insoles: Made from a cast/scan/impression of your foot to provide cushioning and redistributes pressure.

    • Phits Insoles with Footscan: Custom made insoles tailored to your specific gait and pressure patterns.

    • Kinetix Insoles: A lower cost, evidence based insole range.

    • Ankle Brace: Offers extra stability if ankle sprains are a concern.

  • Description: PTTD, or adult-acquired flatfoot, occurs when the posterior tibialis tendon weakens or tears, leading to a collapsing arch and ankle pain.

    Orthotic Solutions:

    • Custom moulded Insoles: Made from a cast/scan/impression of your foot to control the foot.

    • Phits Insoles with Footscan: Custom made insoles tailored to your specific gait and pressure patterns.

    • Ankle Brace: Offers additional stability and reduces tendon stress.

    • Kinetix Insoles:  A lower cost, evidence based insole range to assist in mild cases.

  • Description: A plantar plate tear occurs when the ligament supporting the toes at the ball of the foot is damaged, often causing pain, swelling, and toe misalignment. It is frequently associated with high-impact activities or improper footwear.

    Orthotic Solutions:

    • Phits Insoles with Footscan: Custom made insoles tailored to your specific gait and pressure patterns.

    • Kinetix Insoles:  A lower cost, evidence based insole range.

    • Metatarsal Pads: Provide targeted relief by reducing pressure on the plantar plate.

  • Description: Peroneal tendinopathy is an overuse injury affecting the tendons on the outer side of the ankle, often causing pain, swelling, and instability. It can be triggered by repetitive ankle motion or improper footwear.

    Orthotic Solutions:

    • Phits Insoles with Footscan: Custom made insoles tailored to your specific gait and pressure patterns to prevent excess strain on the tendons.

    • Kinetix Insoles:  A lower cost, evidence based insole range.

    • Ankle Brace: Supports the ankle and reduces movement to promote healing.

  • Description: Tarsal tunnel syndrome is caused by compression of the tibial nerve as it passes through the tarsal tunnel, leading to pain, tingling, or numbness on the inside of the foot and ankle.

    Orthotic Solutions:

    • Phits Insoles with Footscan: Custom made insoles tailored to your specific gait and pressure patterns to correct any gait abnormalities contributing to nerve compression.

    • Kinetix Insoles: A lower cost, evidence based insole range.

    • Ankle Brace: Helps reduce movement that may irritate the nerve.

  • Description: Sinus tarsi syndrome involves pain and instability in the outer ankle due to inflammation or injury in the sinus tarsi region. It is often associated with overpronation or ankle sprains.

    Orthotic Solutions:

    • Phits Insoles with Footscan: Custom made insoles tailored to your specific gait and pressure patterns to alleviate pressure in the affected area.

    • Kinetix Insoles: A lower cost, evidence based insole range.

    • Ankle Brace: Stabilises the ankle and promotes healing.

    • Heel Wedges: Can assist in redistributing pressure away from the sinus tarsi.

  • Description: A spring ligament injury refers to damage to a ligament that supports the arch of the foot, leading to pain, instability, and flatfoot deformity.

    Orthotic Solutions:

    • Phits Insoles with Footscan: Custom made insoles tailored to your specific gait and pressure patterns.

    • Kinetix Insoles: A lower cost, evidence based insole range. to aid in arch support and reduce strain.

    • Ankle Brace: Adds extra stability to the arch and ankle during recovery.

Orthotic Solutions

  • Phits Insoles with Footscan

    Cutting edge, used by Team GB.

    3D-printed orthotics created using precise data from Footscan gait analysis. Whether you’re dealing with complex conditions or need high-performance insoles for sports, Phits insoles offer unparalleled precision and effectiveness.

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  • Kinetix™ Insoles

    A cost effective, evidence based solution.

    Each KinetiX­™ model has been created from extensive research and supporting clinical evidence to maximise patient outcomes and to reduce the need for custom prescriptions. KinetiX­™ products are not directly available for purchase by consumers or through online resellers. Access to KinetiX­™ products is limited to specific healthcare professionals and medical facilities.

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  • Ankle Bracing

    For more severe cases.

    Ideal for anyone struggling with more severe conditions that cause pain, instability, or reduced mobility in the foot and ankle.

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Why Choose Limitless Orthotics?

Our specialist Orthotists are experts in designing orthotics that meet your unique needs, ensuring the device not only fits but also functions optimally for your condition. Using advanced technologies like Footscan gait analysis, we create precision-tailored solutions that align with your biomechanics and provide lasting relief. Whether you need custom insoles, braces, or stock devices, our team is here to guide you every step of the way.

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