When Your Shoes Are Making Things Worse
Do you keep switching between pairs of shoes, hoping the next one will finally feel right? If you live with foot pain, bunions, flat feet or diabetes, regular shoes often don’t give your feet the support they need.
The brand isn’t always the problem. Most shoes simply aren’t made for the shape, pressure points or structure of your foot. Over time, the wrong shoes can make the conditions causing your pain worse.
Orthopedic shoes are built differently. Getting them fitted by someone who understands how feet work makes all the difference.
What Are Orthopedic Shoes?
Orthopedic shoes, also called therapeutic footwear, are made to support and protect the structure of your foot. They usually have a deeper toe box, firmer heel support, and removable insoles that make room for custom orthotics.
We often recommend them for plantar fasciitis, diabetic foot problems, bunions, flat feet and arthritis. Once they’re fitted properly, you can wear them every day.
Our Orthopedic Footwear Brands
Fitted by Chiropodists Who Know Your Feet
At Mount Joy Foot Clinic, we don’t just hand you a box off the shelf. Before we recommend a shoe, our registered chiropodists look at your foot structure, how you walk, and any conditions you have. Your fit is based on clinical judgment, not guesswork.
Our therapeutic footwear brands are made for long-term comfort and durability. Many patients pair their orthopedic shoes with custom orthotics for complete foot support.
Suleman Bhatti, our lead chiropodist, has been treating patients in Markham since 2008. His clinical interests include pediatric foot care, biomechanics and diabetic foot care.
What to Expect at Your Footwear Fitting
Step 1: Assessment
Step 2: Fitting
Step 3: Ongoing Support
What the Right Footwear Can Do for You
Properly fitted orthopedic shoes can change how you get through your day. Patients often notice:
- Less daily foot pain: Good support takes pressure off problem areas like the heel, arch and forefoot.
- A better fit for your orthotics: Therapeutic shoes are built to work with custom insoles, so neither one gets in the way of the other.
- Confidence in every step: Whether you’re managing a long-term condition or recovering from foot treatment, the right shoe keeps you moving comfortably.
Ready to Find Shoes That Actually Fit?
At Mount Joy Foot Clinic, we've been helping Markham residents find proper foot support since 2008.
Whether you're managing a specific condition or simply tired of uncomfortable shoes, our team is here to help you find the right fit.
Frequently Asked Questions About Orthopedic Shoes
Many private extended health plans cover orthopedic footwear. Our registered chiropodists can both prescribe and dispense orthopedic shoes, and we prepare all the paperwork your insurance provider needs. Coverage rules vary from plan to plan, so we recommend asking your insurer for a pre-determination before your appointment.
You don’t need a prescription to buy orthopedic shoes, but most insurance plans need one before they’ll pay for them. Either way, we recommend an assessment. Our chiropodists examine your feet first, so you get a shoe that fits your needs, not just your size.
Yes, and we often recommend it. Orthopedic shoes have deeper, removable insoles, so your custom orthotics fit properly without changing how the shoe is built.
We carry Anodyne and Drew orthopedic shoes. Ros Hommerson styles are not included. Contact us, or mention your footwear needs when you book, and we’ll confirm what’s currently in stock.
We will be introducing Orthofeet footwear in the near future.
Orthopedic shoes may help if you have foot pain, have diabetes, are recovering from a foot condition, or find regular shoes uncomfortable most of the time. Your chiropodist can tell you during your assessment whether therapeutic footwear is right for you.
If your shoes don’t feel right, let us know. Our chiropodists will check the fit and make sure they work with your feet and any custom orthotics you wear. Many fit problems can be fixed with simple in-office adjustments. If the shoes still don’t fit, we can exchange them for a different size within 14 days of of dispensing, unworn outdoors and in their original condition and packaging.
