At Curo Chiropractic in Calgary, we know how much your feet can influence everything from ankle and knee comfort to low back tension and posture. Overpronation and flat feet are among the most common foot posture issues we assess, and custom arch support foot orthotics play a key role in improving foot alignment, comfort, and overall movement.
If you have ever been told you “overpronate” or have “fallen arches,” you are dealing with how your feet roll and how your arches support your body weight. A simple definition of overpronation is that the foot rolls inward excessively when you walk or run, often causing the arch to collapse more than it should. This can place extra stress on the plantar fascia, ankles, knees, hips, and even the lower back.
Flat feet, also called pes planus or fallen arches, occur when the inside arch of the foot is very low or almost touches the ground. Flat feet are associated with poor postural stability, a higher risk of specific injuries, and discomfort if not addressed with appropriate management.³ Flat feet and overpronation often occur together, which is why orthotics for overpronation are frequently recommended as an orthotic solution for flat feet.
Your feet are your foundation. When the arches collapse or the feet roll in excessively, it can alter lower-limb alignment and change how forces are transmitted through the knees, hips, and spine.
Over time, this may contribute to:
• Persistent foot and ankle discomfort
• Knee or hip strain
• Changes in gait and running mechanics
• Fatigue and tension in the lower back
At our clinic, we view overpronation and flat feet as part of a broader movement and posture picture. A thorough foot biomechanics analysis and foot posture evaluation often uncovers patterns related to desk posture, sports, previous injuries, and lifestyle habits.
Foot orthoses, also known as foot orthotics, are devices placed inside your shoes to provide instep support, medial arch support, and improved shock absorption. They may be prefabricated or fully customized. Custom orthotic devices are shaped specifically for your feet and gait and may provide more precise biomechanical correction when overpronation is a key factor.
An arch support foot orthotic aims to:
• Support and stabilize the medial arch
• Influence how the foot and ankle move during walking and running
• Reduce excessive pronation forces
• Improve plantar fascia support and comfort
At Curo Chiropractic, we provide custom orthotics designed to support your unique foot type and movement pattern, with the goal of improving gait efficiency and lower-limb alignment.
When carefully prescribed and fitted, arch support and custom arch support insoles may offer the following benefits:
• Improved medial arch support and stability for flat feet
• Better control of excessive pronation during walking and running
• More efficient lower limb alignment from the feet upward
• Enhanced comfort for standing and walking throughout the day
• Support for the plantar fascia and reduced strain in the arch
• Potential reduction in compensations at the knees, hips, and low back
For Calgary office workers and active adults, these benefits may translate into better comfort at work, improved performance in sports, and less daily fatigue.
At our Calgary wellness clinic, we use a holistic process to understand how your feet contribute to posture and movement:
• Foot posture evaluation, including arch height and heel position
• Foot biomechanics analysis to assess how the ankles, knees, hips, and spine move together
• Gait correction strategies involving footwear guidance, movement retraining, and exercises
• Custom orthotic devices prescribed when appropriate to support healthier alignment
Because we focus on whole-body wellness, we often integrate chiropractic care, massage therapy, and movement coaching alongside orthotic treatment. This combined approach may help improve hip mobility, core stability, and postural habits that influence how your arches are loaded.
We begin with a thorough foot posture evaluation and biomechanics analysis. From there, we may recommend custom foot orthotics, chiropractic care, targeted exercises, and lifestyle changes to support better gait and alignment.
We typically recommend custom orthotic devices tailored to your arch type, activity level, and footwear. Custom arch support insoles often provide the most precise biomechanical correction.
Many patients notice improvements in comfort and function when we combine custom orthotics with movement retraining and chiropractic or massage therapy. Outcomes vary, but the goal is to support the arches and reduce strain throughout the body.
Yes. We provide custom orthotics for overpronation, flat feet, and other foot posture concerns. These are designed based on an in-depth assessment and fit into work shoes, runners, or casual footwear.
By combining orthotics, hands-on care, corrective exercises, and ergonomic advice, we aim to improve both local foot alignment and whole-body movement patterns.
A separate podiatric consultation is not required. If collaboration is needed, we coordinate with other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care.
If you are experiencing overpronation, recurring arch discomfort, or are curious about flat feet correction methods, we would be happy to assess your gait and foot posture at our SW Calgary clinic.
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