Custom Orthotics in Ankeny IA – Foot Support and Lasting Relief
Custom Orthotics in Ankeny
Dr. Dale Kimberlin, Kimberlin Chiropractic Health Systems
Laser digital foot scan with the highest level of foot analysis is offered at our Ankeny chiropractic location. The foundational support custom orthotics provides is integral to level your body and restore proper alignment. Dr. Dale provides 1-on-1 in person laser digital foot scans to ensure your custom orthotics are tailored to your exact foot size.
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What Are Custom Orthotics?
Unlike the generic insoles you grab off a drugstore rack, custom orthotics are medical-grade devices built from an exact map of your foot’s structure. They’re designed to address your specific alignment issues, whether that’s flat feet, high arches, overpronation, or uneven weight distribution.
Think of them as a foundation fix. When your feet aren’t properly supported, the misalignment travels upward—into your ankles, knees, hips, and lower back. Custom orthotics correct the problem at the source.
Laser Digital Foot Scan Technology
Dr. Dale uses a laser digital foot scan to capture a detailed 3D image of your feet. This technology measures pressure points, arch height, and foot structure with precision that traditional foam molds can’t match.
Completely Custom
The scan takes just minutes, and there’s nothing uncomfortable about it—you simply stand on the scanner while it does the work. The result is a complete picture of how your feet bear weight and where the imbalances are. That data drives the design of your custom orthotics, ensuring they fit your feet exactly as they should.
Who Benefits from Custom Orthotics?
Custom orthotics aren’t just for people with obvious foot pain. They can help if you’re dealing with:
- Plantar fasciitis – That stabbing heel pain, especially first thing in the morning
- Flat feet or fallen arches – Lack of arch support that strains muscles and joints
- Knee, hip, or lower back pain – Often connected to how your feet hit the ground
- Bunions or hammertoes – Structural issues that worsen without proper support
- Overpronation or supination – Rolling inward or outward when you walk or run
- Diabetic foot concerns – Proper support helps prevent pressure sores and complications
- Sports performance issues – Better alignment means more efficient movement
If you spend long hours on your feet, run or train regularly, or have a job that keeps you standing on hard surfaces, custom orthotics can make a noticeable difference in how you feel at the end of the day.
Custom Orthotics vs. Store-Bought Insoles
Store-bought insoles offer generic cushioning. They might feel okay for a while, but they’re not correcting anything—they’re just adding padding.
Custom orthotics are built to change how your foot functions. They guide your foot into proper alignment with every step, which means the benefits extend beyond your feet into your ankles, knees, hips, and spine.
| Feature | Store-Bought Insoles | Custom Orthotics |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Store-Bought:Generic sizing | Custom Orthotics:Exact match to your foot |
| Purpose | Store-Bought:Cushioning | Custom Orthotics:Structural correction |
| Durability | Store-Bought:Months | Custom Orthotics:Years with proper care |
| Addresses Root Cause | Store-Bought:✗ No | Custom Orthotics:✓ Yes |
