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Are Custom Orthotics Worth It? A Newcastle Podiatrist’s Honest Guide

If you've been dealing with foot, knee, or back pain and someone has suggested custom orthotics, you've probably wondered: are they actually worth the cost? It's a fair question. With chemist insoles available for under $30 and custom orthotics costing significantly more, it's natural to ask whether the difference justifies the investment.

As podiatrists at East Coast Podiatry Clinic in Newcastle, we get asked this question every week. So here's our honest answer — including who genuinely benefits, what to expect from the process, how long they last, and what your health fund will cover.

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Plantar fasciitis vs Plantar fasciosis (What is the difference?)

As podiatrists, we encounter a myriad of foot ailments, each with its own set of symptoms, causes, and treatment approaches. Two conditions that often cause confusion among patients are plantar fasciitis and plantar fasciosis. While they share similarities in name and location, they are distinct conditions with different underlying causes and treatment strategies.

Let's delve into the nuances of these two conditions to better understand them:

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