Orthotic Concepts Inc

Orthotic Concepts Inc Orthopedic Bracing in East Weymouth, Massachusetts Orthotic Concepts is a full Service Orthopedic Bracing Facility. All of our work is 100% guaranteed.
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We have over 38 years of experience on Arch supports, Diabetic bracing, Lower limb orthoses, Upper limb orthoses, Post-polio bracing, Spinal orthoses, Sports orthopedic bracing, Pediatric orthoses, Sports Bracing.

05/01/2024

One of the benefits of orthotics is that they effectively slow the effects of aging on the feet. This can work to prevent other problems down the line, such as arthritic foot pain and general fatigue.

04/29/2024

Knee and back pain sufferers can really benefit from wearing orthotics. If you have lingering lower back, hip, or knee pain, then there may very well be a connection to your ailment and improper foot mechanics.

04/26/2024

Heads (or feet!) up: improperly-made orthotics can actually hurt you instead of help you. Make sure you're counting on a professional to commission orthotics made by hand that are specific to your feet.

04/24/2024

Worried your orthotics will be uncomfortable? Orthotics are made to treat foot pain - not cause it! However, it's a good idea to break your orthotics in over a 1-2 week period by increasing your wear time by one hour each day.

04/22/2024

According to the Guinness Book of World Records 2015, Jeison Orlando Rodriguez Hernandez of Venezuela, has the biggest feet in the world. Each one measures 16” and he wears a size 26 shoe.

04/19/2024

Orthotics are not just for the feet, although that is their common association. In fact, orthoses are any device or brace that is developed and used for external support of limbs or muscles.

04/17/2024

Orthotics can greatly benefit overweight individuals. By providing firm support and comfort, they help to counteract the extra pressure placed on their feet.

04/15/2024

If you already wear foot orthotics, they should last for eight to ten years with proper care. However, changes in weight (including before and after pregnancy) may necessitate adjusting the configuration of your orthotic devices.

04/12/2024

In 1910, the Foot-Easer (designed by the physician Dr. Scholl) became the orthotic insert of choice. This also inspired shoemakers in the 1920s and 1930s to begin making “corrective” shoes that implemented built-in orthotic features for comfort and support.

04/10/2024

Getting diagnosed with diabetes can be a life-changing experience, and sadly, it's becoming more and more common today. A side effect of diabetes can be painful foot problems, but a custom orthotic can help reduce pain, foot ulcers, and other diabetic-related problems.

04/08/2024

When buying orthotic inserts, it’s very important to consider the type of shoes you wear most often. The orthotics you wear in athletic footwear may be too bulky or uncomfortable in dress shoes.

04/05/2024

Our custom-made orthotics have been designed to address a variety of foot pain issues. This includes heel pain and plantar fasciitis, arch pain, sports-related pain, and pain related to chronic conditions such as diabetes.

04/03/2024

Orthoses, the corrective devices used in orthotics, have several uses. In general, orthoses control, guide, limit, or immobilize a joint or an extremity of a patient undergoing treatment for an injury or a disease.

04/01/2024

Do you suffer from bunions? These foot deformities are quite common and occur when the bone in the big toe moves toward the second toe. The resulting bump on the side of the foot can be very painful, and the pressure of normal shoes, can exacerbate the condition.

03/29/2024

Did you know that your foot contains 26 bones, 33 joints, more than 100 tendons, muscles, and ligaments, and a whopping 250,000 sweat glands? These limbs are the foundation of our bodies and need to be looked after and supported.

03/27/2024

It is actually more tiring to stand in one spot than to walk because you are using the same few muscles for a longer length of time. Our custom made orthotics can help you put your best foot forward.

03/25/2024

While there are a number of orthotic types, rigid orthotics are a popular choice for wearers who want consistent longitudinal arch support. Rigid orthotics not only provide for excellent arch support, but they also offer a very high degree of biomechanical control.

03/22/2024

Soft orthotics are a type of custom orthotics that are most often used by people with medical conditions. Patients with medical issues such as diabetic ulcerations, for example, find relief in soft orthotics, which have been proven to ease incorrect foot mechanics and provide relief through shock absorption.

03/20/2024

Have trouble with a running injury? Orthotics might be the help you need. In fact, according to a study by R.E. Arendse at the Sports Science Institute of South Africa, “75.5 percent of injured runners are successfully treated with the prescription of orthoses."

03/18/2024

Plantar fasciitis is a fairly common foot condition involving inflammation of tissue that supports the foot and stretches from the toe to the heel. Orthotics can offer the comfort and support to relieve the extreme pain that can be triggered by plantar fasciitis.

03/15/2024

Did you know there are three planes of motion in a human joint? There is the sagittal, coronal, and axial. Orthotics can stop, limit, or assist with these movements.

03/13/2024

Since shoes are not created according to the customer’s order, one purpose of orthotics is to adjust the shoe to the unique structure of your foot. It stabilizes the foot and positions it correctly.

03/11/2024

The word “orthotics” comes from Greek, meaning to straighten or align. Orthotic devices work to straighten or align the bones and structures of parts of the body so that the rest of the body is not under duress.

03/08/2024

Do you know what the longest and shortest bones are in the human body? The femur, also known as the thighbone, is the longest and strongest bone in your body. The stapes, which is located in the middle ear, is the smallest and lightest bone in your body.

03/06/2024

If you find that your orthotic device does not seem to fit properly, don’t worry. It’s natural for these devices to require readjustments as they conform to how you move when you wear them.

03/04/2024

One of the best ways to help prevent osteoarthritis is to maintain a healthy weight. Carrying around extra pounds puts unnecessary strain on your joints, which can lead to osteoarthritis.

03/01/2024

It's common to think that orthotics are only made for your feet, but an orthotic is any device that tries to correct issues with the muscles and skeletal system. Orthotics are available for any joints, but usually back, neck, feet, arms, and knees.

02/28/2024

Orthotics (technically orthoses) are devices that, while applied to one area of the body, may work to correct problems with other areas of the body or its processes. A complete evaluation is needed to determine what problems you have to design the correct device.

02/26/2024

Bone instability in the foot is caused by connective tissue lengthening, which causes common foot problems like fallen arches (flat feet) and over-pronation. Over-pronation and fallen arches are painful and will not get better without custom orthotics.

02/23/2024

Do you or a loved one have diabetes? We can help with diabetic shoes, which provide additional support to lessen the chances of any injury to the foot that could lead to a potentially dangerous infection.

Address

320 Libbey Industrial Pkwy, Ste 3A
Weymouth, MA
02189

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 10:30am
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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(781) 340-0444

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Orthotic Concepts is a full Service of Orthopedic Support. We have over 30 years of experience on Arch supports, Diabetic bracing, Lower limb orthoses, Upper limb orthoses, Post-polio bracing, Spinal orthoses, Sports orthopedic bracing, Pediatric bracing, Sports Bracing. All of our work is 100% guaranteed.

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