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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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Orthotics should : Not cause long term problems they should do the opposite. I do not believe orthotics weaken muscles.
Answered 3/23/2015
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