Orthotics for the Achilles tendon
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Orthotics for the Achilles tendon
Orthotic shoe devices are made of rubber, plastic, or other molded material and are inserted into the shoe. Orthotics for the Achilles tendon 
stabilize the arch and raise the heel so that there is less pull on the tendon.
Orthotics can usually be found at drugstores or sporting goods stores. Ask your health professional how to use one. Custom-made devices, available by prescription, may fit better and be more effective in controlling pain. However, they can be expensive, and most insurance companies do not cover the cost.
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| Author | Kathe Gallagher, MSW |
| Editor | Kathleen M. Ariss, MS |
| Associate Editor | Pat Truman, MATC |
| Primary Medical Reviewer | Martin Gabica, MD - Family Medicine |
| Specialist Medical Reviewer | Nicola Maffulli, MD, PhD - Orthopedics |
| Last Updated | January 30, 2007 |
| Last updated: | January 30, 2007 |
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| Author: | Kathe Gallagher, MSW |
| Reviewed By: | Martin Gabica, MD - Family Medicine, Nicola Maffulli, MD, PhD - Orthopedics |
| Editors: | Kathleen M. Ariss, MS, Pat Truman, MATC |
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