For example, as your elbows or wrists become stronger, you may be able to wear upper extremity orthotics for less time each week or month. If you neglect to wear them as prescribed, you could worsen any injuries to your muscles or tendons. You could also experience related symptoms, such as back, leg, ankle, or elbow pain.
Instead, orthotics are designed to help your muscles and tendons become stronger and work more effectively. Your care team may be able to guide you through exercises that can help you build muscle strength and overcome conditions more quickly. No matter what type of orthotics you need, our team is at your service. From upper to lower extremities, our orthotics can address a wide range of conditions. Follow these tips for the first few weeks: Ease into wearing your orthotics.
For the first few days, wear your orthotics just two to three times over the course of the day. Start with a few minutes per wear.
On the first day, aim to wear your orthotics for half an hour at a time. In between wears, remove your orthotics to give your body a break. Give yourself goals. After the first day, strive to add 30 minutes to each wear. Remove orthotics for strenuous activities.
Until your orthotics feel comfortable enough to wear all day, remove them before doing any physically demanding activities. By taking this extra step, you can avoid unnecessary soreness or discomfort. Book an Appointment. Find a Location What are orthotics? What conditions are orthotics used to treat? During this period of time, we ask that you follow these simple rules to have the best transition: Start by wearing your orthopedic foot inserts x each day.
On Day 1, wear your orthopedic foot insert for 30 min during each time you wear them. Extend your wearing time each day by min until you can comfortably wear your orthopedic foot insert all day, every day during all activities.
How do I care for my orthotics? To keep your orthotics in good shape and help them last as long as possible, do the following: Never put your foot inserts in a washing machine or dryer. If they need to be cleaned, wipe them down with a damp rag. Mild dish detergent can be used as well, followed by rinsing with cool water. Then, wipe down the orthotics with a dry cloth and then allow the air to dry before putting them back in your shoes.
Do not leave them in a hot vehicle. Always wear socks with your orthotics to prevent premature wear of the top covers. Your orthotics can get wet. If they do, remove them from your shoes or boots, wipe them down and allow them to air dry before putting them back in your shoes.
The orthotics are changing the way the muscles in your feet work and the way your foot has been functioning since you began walking. After a few days, you should begin increasing the time by 1 hour and so forth, until you no longer feel them in your shoes.
It can take up to 4 weeks before you actually feel completely comfortable wearing your orthotics all day long. We also suggest you do not wear them for any strenuous physical activity until you feel completely comfortable with wearing your orthotics all the time.
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