With custom orthotics from Finesse Footcare, you could be stepping back into life

By Patricia Nugent

Whatever walk of life you follow, your overall health and well-being are affected by the stability of the biomechanics of your feet. If there’s an issue with your feet or gait, that can cause negative repercussions in everything from your ankles to knees, back, shoulders and even neck.

Dr. Danielle Shaper, of Finesse Footcare in Lyndhurst, has built her practice on emerging technologies for conservative care. One of the first steps is orthotic shoe inserts.

“You’d be surprised how many people are wearing the wrong size shoe, or a poor choice of shoe that can throw their balance off,” she says. “Whether you are a child with balance issues, an athlete looking to perform at a top level, a person with a job where they’re on their feet all day, or a senior concerned with the risk of falling, orthotics can help.”

By realigning the foot, they can prevent issues, and stop existing ones, such as bunions or pain from arthritis, from worsening.

“The process is simple,” she explains. “We do a gait analysis and biomechanical assessment, then take a digital impression of the foot to create the inserts. They can go in any type of shoe, from athletic to formal. I wear them myself.”

Orthotics are often the first step of care. Dr. Shaper also offers a host of breakthrough technologies, including the Lunula laser to heal toenail fungus, radial shockwave therapy to relieve pain, and regenerative care through amniotic injections to address conditions such as plantar fasciitis, neuromas and Achilles tendon issues.

“Since there’s no downtime, I feel these conservative treatments are in most cases a positive alternative to surgery,” she adds.

Finesse Footcare is located at 5035 Mayfield Road, Suite 201, in Lyndhurst. The practice accepts a wide variety of insurance plans. Call 216-382-8070 or visit FinesseFootcare.com for more information.