What are metatarsal orthotics?

Metatarsal orthotics is used to support an area near the ball of the foot, where the metatarsal bones end. There are five bones that run from the ankle bones to the foot of the foot. These types of orthotics are often used to facilitate metatarsalgia , a medical term for leg pain in the front of the legs, which is often a symptom of another problem. They are also used by people who need special support in this area because of conditions such as flat legs. Repeated stress that runs for metatarsal bones can also lead to inflamed nerves. Flat legs and fallen arches are other reasons why someone may need support provided by metatarsal orthotics. All these conditions place further stress on the area just behind the ends of metatarsal bones. Pads can be used in almost any type of shoe, because they are small inserts that usually cover only the ball of the foot. Are designed to provide support right behind the end of metatarsal bones to make a ZMIraed pressure in this area. Metatarsal pads are often used to provide shoe support because they fit in narrower shoes or will be hidden in sandals. However, they can be used in any type of shoe.

Some over -the -counter orthotics also offer metatarsal support. They are usually characterized by a padded area just behind the end of metatarsal bones, in the same area where a small metatarsal pad is located. Full metatarsal orthotics can be used in shoes such as shoes, athletic shoe and some occasional shoes. Sports orthotics and running orthotics often include metatarsal support.

Custom, orthotics of the regulation is sometimes required metatarsalgia. These are prescribed by a podiatrist who has explored the legs of man and decided that the best drug for his pain is his own orthotics. Own metatarsal orthotics are designed by a podiatrician to adaptBily and supported the legs of a particular patient. They are more expensive, but also longer -term than over -the -counter orthotics. The podiatrist can also provide metatarsal prescription pillows to be used in shoes that cannot be worn with full orthotic.