orthotics
Doug Mills
Message 21576
· 22 Jun 2000 09:33:35
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Dianna
I have a pair of "formthotics" in my gillies, the doc put these bright blue
orthotics in the microwave (on high for 2 min or until tender) then put them in
my gillies, I then quickly put on the shoes and stood for 2 minutes until they
had molded to the contour of my foot.
They are a full length orthotic, which does mean when you point your toe the
end of your gillie looks like a pixie's slipper, but it's better than having
sore feet. (plus it gives you an excuse for turned up toes!)
I've had them in for a year now with no trouble, but I have heard of them
breaking, which is only to be expected given the flexing we do to our feet.
Cheers
Doug Mills
Christchurch, New Zealand
Dianna Shipman wrote:
> I had an appointment with the doctor who makes my orthotics today and I was
> describing and demonstrating to him the Scottish Country dance steps and
> he's doing some research on what's available on the market. I have some
> info but don't recall if I found the sources thru the newsgroup or
> elsewhere. If anyone has any suggestions or experiences to share with
> orthotics for Scottish Country Dance, I'll appreciate the feedback and I'll
> share with the group whatever I find out.
> Thanks,
> Dianna
> PS I have wide, flat feet which aggravates the problem - and we usually
> dance on a tile floor over concrete - so I'm especially interested in info
> anyone has on this combination of problems.
>
> Dianna L. Shipman
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> Houston, TX 77019-4946
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