Custom orthotics for hypermobility on the Gold Coast — this guide from Ace Health Centre walks you through what matters most: when to seek help, what treatment looks like, and what to expect from your recovery. Call (07) 5572 6222 to book.

Custom orthotics for hypermobility

Custom orthotics are widely used for symptomatic hypermobility. This occurs in adults and children. Hypermobility is widely genetic. Passed down from parents to children. There are also other types of hypermobilty which are genetic abnormalities such as marfams, or Ehlers danlos syndrome.

How Ace Health Centre Approaches Custom orthotics for hypermobility

Our team treats Custom orthotics for hypermobility as a structured pathway, not a one-off appointment. First, we work with you to confirm the diagnosis and rule out anything that needs imaging or a specialist referral. Next, we map out a phase-by-phase plan: settling the acute issue, restoring strength and range of motion, and progressing back to your normal life or sport. Furthermore, we coordinate care across podiatry, physiotherapy, dietetics and exercise physiology where the case calls for it, so you are not bouncing between separate clinics. As a result, you understand exactly what is happening, why it is happening, and what to do about it at every stage of treatment.

Joint range of motion

Joint have a range of motion that is whithin normal limits. Hypermobilty is when these joints move much further than they should do. For example. The big toe joint is meant to have aprox 45 degess for walking and up to around 60 degress. More than 90 degress is considered abnormal and hypermobile. The are a few different tests that you can do in order to see how flexable you really are. The main tests are done under the beightons scale for hypermobility.

Here are examples of a few test that are used in order to diagnose your level of hypermobiltiy.

• Bend forward and place your hands flat on the floor without bending your knees.
• Straighten your elbows past a neutral position (hyperextend) (one point for each elbow).
• Straighten your knees past a neutral position (hyperextend) (one point for each knee).
• Bend your pinky (little) fingers back beyond 90 degrees (one point for each finger).
• Bend your thumbs back to touch your forearms (one point for each thumb).

The Orthotics

The orthotics that this client has been made for has been suffering from aching legs, feet, knees and loweer back. When a joint it hypermobile it becomes very unstable. This instubility requires your muscles to work overtime in order stablise the joint. This results in fatique and aching.

Custom orthotics are commonly used for hypermobilty to help stabalise the feet which can help in reduceing overuse. This in turns helps reduce the aching and fatique.The orthotics are only as good as the shoes that they are put into. This is why it is important for the podiatrist to give footwear recomendations that are suitable to put the orthotics into.

If you think that you are hypermobile and experience aching feet or legs then book in with our podiatrist today.

Blog written by Mike, Podiatrist

What to Expect From Custom orthotics for hypermobility at Ace Health Centre

Patients who book Custom orthotics for hypermobility with our team get a clinic-grade assessment, a clear plain-language plan, and a structured progression rather than a one-off appointment. Furthermore, we coordinate care across podiatry, physiotherapy, dietetics and exercise physiology where relevant, so you are not bouncing between clinics. Authoritative information on this topic is also available from Australian Podiatry Association if you would like to read further before booking. As a result, you walk in informed and walk out with a plan you understand.

For more on what we do, see our main service page.

Frequently Asked Questions About Custom orthotics for hypermobility

How long do custom orthotics last? Hard 3D-printed orthotics typically last 4-5 years; soft accommodative orthotics last 12-18 months for the top layer with a reusable shell.

Will I need to break them in? Yes — wear them 2 hours on day one and add 1-2 hours each day. Most patients are wearing them all day by the end of week one.

Are custom orthotics covered by private health? Most extras with podiatry cover offer a rebate on custom orthotics. We’ll check your level on the phone before you come in.

Book Your Custom orthotics for hypermobility Appointment

Ready to get started? Call (07) 5572 6222 or book online. In addition, new patients can use our no-gap initial consult — straightforward, no surprises.