Educational Health Awareness
presented by
 Ovidio the Humble Shoe Maker from Tasmania.


Message 22

Footwear Hardware  - Orthoses

When it comes to purchasing footwear, the majority of us want to walk into a general shoe store, choose a pair of shoes or boots that are fashionable, ask for our size, and walk away happy. If only this process ensured us of comfortable, problem free walking.

Our feet come in so many shapes and sizes, and the support needed to get us mobile varies from person to person. Adding some simple hardware to general footwear can provide untold benefits to the wearer.

Hardware takes several forms. For those who require arch support, orthoses are simple and practical. Made from semi rigid material, these adjustable appliances are worn in general footwear including dress shoes, casual and sports shoes. They are unobtrusive and provide the arch support needed to maintain correct skeletal alignment and posture. When correct posture is achieved many annoying aches and pains are relieved.

Employ some footwear hardware and walk anywhere!