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A 55-year-old female asked:

Ankle pain on both sides. doc said injury caused by strain due to walking. does wearing orthotics cause more long term problems or weaken muscles?

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Dr. Jeffrey Kassanswered

Podiatry 30 years experience

Orthotics should : Not cause long term problems they should do the opposite. I do not believe orthotics weaken muscles.

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