Business Details
Custom Orthotics & Foot Care in Dartmouth
At Maritime Foothold Orthotics, we combine decades of craftsmanship with clinical expertise to address foot and lower limb health. Founded by Mike Daigle, a Canadian Certified Pedorthist with over 30 years of experience, our practice specializes in custom foot orthotics, biomechanical assessments, and orthopedic footwear solutions. Our approach integrates hands-on clinical evaluation with advanced gait analysis to diagnose and treat conditions affecting the feet, ankles, knees, and lower back. We serve patients of all ages, from athletes to seniors, helping them maintain active lifestyles through personalized care. Our team collaborates with orthopedic surgeons and physiotherapists at Fenwick Medical Centre to provide comprehensive treatment plans.With clinics across Nova Scotia, we prioritize accessibility and convenience for our patients. Our orthotics are crafted using high-quality materials and tailored to individual biomechanical needs, ensuring optimal comfort and functionality. We emphasize patient education, offering guidance on footwear selection and injury prevention. Our commitment to continuous learning ensures we stay at the forefront of pedorthic advancements. Whether addressing chronic pain or enhancing athletic performance, we strive to improve quality of life through foot health solutions.
Services
Custom Foot Orthotics
Gait Analysis
Biomechanical Assessment
Orthopedic Shoes
Shoe Modifications
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined clinical and craftsmanship experience in pedorthics.
- Our orthotics are custom-crafted using advanced 3D scanning and heat-moldable materials.
- We provide comprehensive biomechanical assessments paired with gait analysis.
- Our team collaborates with orthopedic specialists at Fenwick Medical Centre.
- We serve patients from children to seniors across Nova Scotia's major communities.
Associations and certifications
- Canadian Certified Pedorthist (C. Ped (C))
Services
Custom Foot Orthotics
Custom foot orthotics are precision-crafted in-shoe devices designed to correct biomechanical imbalances. Using 3D foot scans or plaster casts, we create personalized orthotics from heat-moldable materials like EVA foam. These appliances alleviate pain from conditions such as plantar fasciitis and bunions by redistributing pressure and improving foot alignment.
Biomechanical Assessment
Our biomechanical assessments combine gait analysis with joint mobility testing to identify movement irregularities. Certified pedorthists observe walking patterns and lower limb mechanics to determine root causes of pain. This evaluation informs customized treatment plans that may include orthotics, footwear modifications, or exercise recommendations.
Orthopedic Shoes
We offer prescription orthopedic shoes featuring extra-depth toe boxes, reinforced heel counters, and rocker soles. These shoes accommodate foot deformities and provide support for patients with diabetes, arthritis, or post-surgical needs. Both custom and over-the-counter options are available to ensure proper fit with orthotic devices.
Shoe Modifications
Our technicians perform specialized shoe modifications including heel lifts, rocker soles, and Velcro closures. These adaptations address leg length discrepancies, bunion relief, and mobility challenges. Modifications are tailored to individual biomechanical requirements while maintaining shoe structural integrity.
Orthopedic Knee Bracing
Custom knee bracing solutions help manage osteoarthritis and instability. We provide offloading braces that reduce joint pressure during activity. These devices work synergistically with foot orthotics to improve lower limb alignment and delay surgical interventions for active patients.
People
Mike Daigle
Owner & Certified Pedorthist
Mike Daigle, a Canadian Certified Pedorthist with over 30 years of experience, founded Maritime Foothold Orthotics. His background in fine furniture design and leather craftsmanship complements his clinical expertise. He trained with Thera-Ped Foot Clinic before establishing Nova Scotia's premier pedorthic practice.
Questions
What conditions do orthotics help treat?
Orthotics alleviate pain from plantar fasciitis, bunions, heel spurs, knee pain, and lower back issues by correcting foot alignment and redistributing pressure.
How are custom orthotics made?
We create orthotics using 3D foot scans or plaster casts, then shape heat-moldable materials to match your unique biomechanical needs for personalized support.
Do I need a referral for services?
No referral is required. We accept direct appointments for orthotic assessments and footwear consultations at all our Nova Scotia locations.
Are services covered by insurance?
Most extended health plans cover orthotics and pedorthic services. We provide detailed receipts for insurance claims submission.
How long does the fitting process take?
Initial assessments take 45-60 minutes. Custom orthotics require 2-3 weeks for fabrication before final fitting and adjustments.
Can orthotics improve athletic performance?
Yes, properly fitted orthotics enhance stability and efficiency for runners, cyclists, and team sport athletes by optimizing foot mechanics.
