Penrith Podiatry
Advanced Therapies

Orthotic Therapy in Penrith

Not off-the-shelf inserts, but orthoses prescribed from a proper biomechanical assessment - designed to offload the painful structure and correct the mechanics driving the problem.

  • Prescribed, not off-the-shelf
  • From a full assessment
  • Reviewed & adjusted
Podiatrist examining a patient's foot with X-ray imaging at Penrith Podiatry Foot and Ankle Clinic
  • 60+
    Years Combined Experience
  • 4.9
    Google Rating (185+)
  • Specialist Podiatric Surgeon on team
  • Endorsed for Scheduled Medicines
Medically reviewed by Dr Hussien HamadeBPod (Dist), BAppSc (Exercise & Sports Science), MAPodA, AAPSM, SMALast reviewed July 2026
Overview

Orthoses That Are Actually Prescribed

A custom orthosis is a medical device, not a generic arch support. Done properly, it redistributes load away from the painful structure and helps control the foot mechanics contributing to your problem - which is why prescription starts with a thorough assessment, not a foot scan alone.

We prescribe orthoses only when they'll genuinely help, design them around your diagnosis and your footwear, and review and fine-tune them so they do their job comfortably.

A foot with a low, flattened arch, with the arch highlighted

When Orthotic Therapy Helps

Orthoses are often part of the plan for:

Heel & arch pain

plantar fasciitis and load-related heel pain

Flat feet & PTTD

supporting a collapsing arch and offloading the tendon

Forefoot overload

metatarsalgia and plantar plate problems needing offloading

Arthritic & painful joints

reducing load through painful or stiff joints

How It Works

What to expect.

01

Biomechanical assessment

We assess your gait, foot mechanics and the structure that's overloaded - the prescription depends on this.

02

Prescription & casting

If orthoses will help, we capture the shape of your foot and design a device around your diagnosis and shoes.

03

Fitting

We fit the orthoses, check comfort and shoe fit, and guide you on breaking them in.

04

Review & adjust

We review how they're working and fine-tune them - a good orthosis is dialled in, not just handed over.

Orthotic Therapy, delivered in-clinic at Penrith

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Why Choose Us

Orthotics Done Right

  • Diagnosis-led design

    built around what's actually overloaded, not a generic mould

  • Matched to your footwear

    designed to fit the shoes you actually wear

  • Reviewed & adjusted

    fine-tuned for comfort and results, not fit-and-forget

  • One part of the plan

    combined with rehab and other therapy where needed

Advanced in-house therapy being delivered to a patient's foot at Penrith Podiatry
Delivered in-house at our Penrith clinic
Common Questions

Orthotic Therapy FAQs

The questions patients ask us most about orthotic therapy.

How are custom orthotics different from shop inserts?

Off-the-shelf inserts offer generic cushioning. Custom orthoses are prescribed from an assessment of your specific mechanics and diagnosis, and are designed to offload a particular structure - which is why they can help problems that generic supports don't.

Will I have to wear them forever?

Not necessarily. Sometimes orthoses are a longer-term support; other times they're used while the underlying problem settles and strength rebuilds. We'll be clear about the role they play in your case.

Will they fit in my shoes?

We design orthoses with your footwear in mind and advise on suitable shoes. Different devices suit different shoes, and we'll make sure the prescription is practical for your daily life and activity.

How long do they take to make?

Manufacturing typically takes a couple of weeks after casting. We'll give you a clear timeframe at your appointment and fit them once they're ready.

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Support and offloading that's built for you

If your pain is being driven by foot mechanics, prescription orthoses can be a turning point. Book a biomechanical assessment and we'll tell you honestly whether they'll help - serving Penrith and Western Sydney.

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Visit the clinic

Clinic Address
1/135–137 High Street
Penrith, NSW 2750
Opening Hours
Mon – Fri8:00am – 6:00pm
SaturdayBy appointment
ThursdayPodiatric surgical clinic
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