How custom orthotics improve daily mobility

More people experience foot, knee, or lower-back discomfort linked to poor support and misalignment - often without realising the feet can be the starting point. Research shows that custom orthotics can improve daily comfort and mobility by supporting the foot in a way that reduces strain across the whole lower-limb chain.

Unlike generic insoles, custom orthotics are prescribed based on a podiatrist’s assessment of your foot shape, gait, and biomechanics. Their goal is to redistribute pressure, support efficient movement, and reduce overload on sensitive structures. Over time, this can help improve walking comfort, reduce fatigue, and support better alignment during everyday activities.

Custom orthotics are not “one-size-fits-all”—the most meaningful results happen when the device is designed around the person’s needs, footwear, and lifestyle, and reviewed by a podiatrist as symptoms evolve.

Key insights (summary)

• Custom orthotics can improve comfort and mobility by redistributing pressure and supporting alignment.

• Benefits are strongest when orthotics are prescribed based on a podiatrist’s assessment.

• Follow-up matters: adjustments can improve long-term outcomes and comfort.

Sources

• Journal of Foot & Ankle Research – BioMed Central

• PubMed – National Library of Medicine