North Star Lab fabricates custom orthotics to fit the subject’s feet exactly. Their precision manufacturing process uses a molded or digitally scanned contour of the individual’s feet to form a one-of-a-kind orthotic device. Each orthotic is manufactured on demand, which means that no prefabricated parts are involved. Since every person’s feet are different, custom-manufactured orthotics are the only way to achieve an accurate fit for optimal improvement.
An optimally designed and accurately produced custom orthotic is more likely to:
- Support joint alignment throughout the body
- Reduce or eliminate back pain
- Reduce or eliminate joint pain
- Reduce wear and tear on joints over time
- Correct physical impairments and weaknesses.
North Star Lab’s custom orthotics fall into three basic categories:
Sport orthotics
Beyond correction and injury prevention, sport orthotics have a strategic benefit for athletic activities. By correcting abnormal foot mechanics, it is possible to improve joint alignment, redistribute force and enhance comfort which reduces pain during exercise and training, helps stabilize feet while competing and improves balance.
Rigid orthotics provide corrective therapies for a variety of objectives. They tend to stabilize the feet while improving joint alignment, stance and gait. They also help to prevent fatigue especially due to improper balance.
The objective of these devices is aptly described in their name. Subjects who are susceptible to pain or flesh wounds such as diabetic ulcerations rely on accommodative orthotics for comfort and care. Additionally, people who are in need of shock absorption and pain alleviation from prolonged exposure to hard surfaces benefit from the accommodative properties of orthotics specifically designed for this purpose.