A member asked:

Wear orthotics 4 overpronation, flat feet & bunion. wearing orthotics while sitting for large amounts of time beneficial?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. David Hettinger answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Sitting...: Wearing orthotics while sitting doesn't really do much. They are designed to control the abnormal motions during your gait cycle (walking).

Answered 6/9/2016

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Dr. David Tobin answered

Specializes in Podiatry

No: Orthotics work when you have weight on your feet.

Answered 10/4/2016

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