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Is a heel lift orthotic effective for short leg syndrome?

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Yes: It can be very effective.

Dr Kass and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/21/2012

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Have over pronation, i remove footbeds & use orthotics. Many women's shoes slip up & down at heel. Recommend type of shoes to wear.

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My heel pain is ok on bottom but worse on back of heel. Orthotics do the job when I stand/walk but having trouble with heel when resting in bed?

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What are some options to orthotics for heel pain? They don't help. Neither do inserts. Do I want cushy or firm? Pain high even w/stretch/ice/NSAIDS.

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I have tried new orthotics (temporary), but I get burning on the bottom of my feet. Because of heel pain, I can't go back to the old ones. Plz advise.

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Use orthotic 4 bunion/overpronation.Sneakers r on a platform, entire sole raised above the ground. Does this make the sneaker heel too hi?

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