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A member asked:

Archpain went to doc and got custom orthotics didn't work he switched to powerstep orthotics those aren't working so he wants to make new custom ones?

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Dr. Scott Keith answered

Specializes in Podiatry

A better history.: There is more to treating arch pain than playing musical arch supports. Your scenario is not all that uncommon. Before you spend a boat load of more money on a treatment plan that merely repeats what has already been tried and failed, get a second opinion.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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