Custom Orthotics
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Custom Orthotics

What is Custom Orthotics?

Custom orthotics are personalized/customized shoe inserts designed to support and align the feet properly. They help correct biomechanical imbalances, relieve pain, and improve overall posture and movement.

Custom Orthotics

How Custom Orthotics Works

Custom orthotics are tailored to an individual’s foot shape, gait, and needs, unlike over-the-counter insoles.

They provide support, cushioning, and alignment to address foot-related issues that can affect the ankles, knees, hips, and lower back.

Conditions They Help With

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Custom Orthotics

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Types of Custom Orthotics

Rigid (Functional Orthotics) – Made from firm materials (e.g., plastic or carbon fiber) to control motion and correct alignment. Best for walking shoes and dress shoes

Soft (Accommodative Orthotics) – Made from cushioned materials to relieve pressure and absorb shock. Ideal for diabetics or individuals with arthritis.

Hybrid (Semi-Rigid Orthotics) – A mix of both, commonly used for athletes and active individuals.

How They Are Made

Please ask our staff how custom orthotics can help you!

Assessment

A Balance Lab chiropractor examines your gait, posture, and foot mechanics.

Foot Scan or Mold

A 3D scan captures the exact shape of your feet.

Customization

The orthotics are made based on the assessment and your specific needs.

Fitting & Adjustments

After receiving them, adjustments may be made for optimal comfort.

Custom Orthotics

Book your personalized appointment
today and start feeling your best.

Please ask our staff how custom orthotics can help you.

Custom Orthotics FAQ

How are custom orthotics made at Balance Lab Wellness?

Your orthotics are made from a 3D scan of your feet after a gait and posture assessment with our chiropractor, Dr. Jin Ho Kim, DC.

Are custom orthotics covered by insurance?

Many extended health plans cover custom orthotics, but some require a doctor's prescription first. Please check your plan before your appointment.

Who should consider custom orthotics?

Orthotics can help people with foot, heel, knee, hip or lower back pain related to how they stand and walk, such as plantar fasciitis or flat feet. Your assessment will show whether orthotics are likely to help.

Where can I get custom orthotics in Coquitlam?

Balance Lab Wellness provides custom orthotics at 203-901 Lougheed Hwy, Coquitlam. Call 604-552-8266 or book online.

More questions? See our full FAQ, meet the team, or call 604-552-8266.

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Balance Lab Wellness

Balance Lab Wellness is a multidisciplinary rehabilitation clinic in Coquitlam offering physiotherapy, chiropractic, registered massage therapy, acupuncture, active rehab and naturopathic medicine. We direct bill ICBC and most extended health plans, and our team speaks English, Korean and Chinese.

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Working hours

Monday – Friday:
9 AM – 6 PM

Saturday:
9 AM – 5 PM

Sunday:
9 AM – 3 PM

Statutory Holidays: Closed

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