At Masterton Foot Clinic, we specialise in the provision and modification of orthopaedic footwear — offering practical, personalised solutions for those needing more than standard shoes can provide. This is a key area of our clinical service, supporting patients with complex foot and lower limb needs.
We provide access to a wide range of customisable medical-grade footwear, including supportive shoes and boots suitable for foot deformities, limb length differences, or significant instability. We also carry out specialist footwear modifications in-house to improve comfort, function, and mobility.
We prescribe orthopaedic footwear and modifications to:
- Accommodate Foot Shape or Deformity: Including bunions, hammertoes, Charcot feet, or post-surgical changes.
- Improve Gait & Comfort: Custom rocker soles can reduce pressure on the forefoot and improve propulsion in stiff or painful feet.
- Stabilise the Ankle & Foot: Reinforced heel counters and buttresses help control movement in cases of ankle instability or tendon dysfunction.
- Correct Leg Length Discrepancy: Internal or external raises can equalise limb length, reducing strain through the hips and spine.
- Protect Vulnerable Feet: Especially in people with diabetes, arthritis, or neuropathy, where pressure relief and fit are critical.
Orthopaedic footwear and modifications are commonly recommended for:
- Arthritis or Joint Stiffness: Where standard shoes don’t provide enough support or comfort.
- Neurological or Muscular Conditions: Where foot control, strength, or sensation is compromised.
- Post-Injury or Post-Surgical Recovery: When temporary or permanent footwear adaptations are needed for healing or long-term support.
- Foot Deformities or Pressure Risk: Including diabetic foot changes, Charcot arthropathy, or fixed bony deformities.