Sport Specific

Football

The Football device provides stability, protection and shock absorption for the full contact and high impact stresses of football.

Designed to replace the sock liner of the football cleat, this device features myolite arch filler, heel-to-toe myolite padding, and a prolite top cover for cushioning essential during long hours of practice, running, and repetitive movement drills.

The perforated Prolite covering also helps manage moisture to minimize friction and subsequent blistering from sweat.

Basketball

The Basketball device is designed to accommodate the sport’s high impact nature, providing shock absorption and cushioning for repetitive jumping, cutting, faking and quick, agile movements. A layer of myolite cushioning beneath the prolite top cover provides substantial cushioning.

For added support during quick, pivoting movements, this device incorporates a myolite arch filler and low medial and lateral flanges to reduce potentially injurious lateral foot and ankle motion without being overly restricting.

Soccer

The Soccer device is ideal for athletes requiring support for both endurance and agility in their sport. Designed with a thinner shell and a layer of cushioning, this device is versatile and can be fit to any set of cleats, replacing the sock liner.

A first-ray cutout allows for increased flexibility of the 1st ray, which is ideal for agility, dribbling and technical footwork.

This cutout increases precision and control over the ball by allowing the 1st ray to move freely along its entire length. The device is covered with a heel-to-toe myolite cushion and a prolite top cover for comfort and performance.

Track & Field

The Track & Field device is an ultra-lightweight orthotic designed to provide dynamic arch support for high school to professional track and field athletes without adding unnecessary weight.

A thin polypropylene frame is covered with a layer of Prolite for cushioning and shock absorption.

As a sulcus-length device, it provides cushioning under the metatarsal heads, and it’s narrow finish allows it to fit in low-volume track spikes. A forefoot wedge post or medial flap may be recommended for some athletes.

Baseball

The Baseball device is ideal for improving stance and posture for batters, pitchers, runners, and fielders alike. This device positions the foot in a neutral position to bring the knees, hips, back, and shoulders into alignment.

A deep heel cup and custom-molded polypropylene frame improve balance and energy transfer during the rear leg push utilized in both batting and throwing mechanics.

The device is finished with a layer of shock-absorbing myolite padding and a prolite top cover to wick sweat. It comes standard with a zero-degree polypropylene rearfoot post and has been designed to replace the sock liners in baseball cleats.

Volleyball

The Volleyball device is specifically designed for the vertical impacts endured by indoor volleyball players. To help absorb the contact forces of repetitive jumping on a hard court, an EVA foam arch filler has been added underneath the device’s frame.

A layer of myolite padding, running the full length of the device, provides compression and quick rebound, protecting the foot from the absorbing the full stress of repetitive hard landings.

The device features a 10mm heel cup, polypropylene frame, and is designed to replace the sock liner in volleyball shoes.

Tennis / Pickleball

The Tennis device is designed for the high amount of lateral movement and on-toes stance that occurs during tennis play.

This device combines a heel-to-toe soft myolite cushion with a top layer of firmer EVA to provide cushioning without tightly compacting the foot. A myolite filler has also been added beneath the arch to increase stability without limiting the range of motion.

A zero-degree intrinsic rearfoot post allows for pronation and supination on the court, preventing the device from “biting” the arch during quick directional changes. It’s designed to replace the removable sock liner in tennis shoes.

Ice Hockey / Figure Skating

The Ice/Roller Hockey device is designed for ice-hockey and roller-hockey players looking to improve balance and performance. It features a low-profile 8mm heel cup and a thin polypropylene frame to fit in any skate.

A narrow finish and vinyl top cover are applied to minimize volume without compromising the biomechanical support from the custom arch.

The device is finished with an extrinsic polypropylene rearfoot post to provide calcaneal and subtalar joint control.

Cycling

The Road Cycling device is designed to enhance the power and efficiency of serious cyclists. Its low profile design allows it to be fit to any cycling cleat, but it’s rigid carbon-fiber frame efficiently transfers energy to the pedals minimizing power loss due to idle foot movements within the shoe.

This device, developed with notable bike fitter Steven Carre, is finished with an 8mm heel cup, and a prolite top cover from heel to toe for moisture control.

Myolite arch filler under the frame prevents the device from shifting in the cleat, and a tightly contoured arch (minimal arch cast fill) ensures that every ounce of effort is converted to watts.

Weight Lifting / CrossFit

The weight lifting device is designed for high force movements to more evenly redistrubte force during any lift or cross fit training program.

The Pro EVA orthosis is an accommodative and well-padded athletic device. The frame and arch filler are made of high-quality, durable, flexible EVA foam.

By customizing the durometer of the EVA, this device can be firm and supportive, or soft and accommodating. EVA’s lightweight and shock absorption properties make this a great device for athletic insoles.

Hiking / Backpacking

The Hiker device is designed to provide cushioning and support on outdoor treks ranging day hikes to multi-month endeavors.

A custom arch and extrinsic heel post improve balance and stability on uneven trails. A layer of Myolite cushioning provides shock absorption to pad and protect the feet from the increased weight burden of additional gear and supplies.

The device is completely wrapped in suede to handle the abuse of carrying a 25-85 pound backpack on overnight or extended expeditions. This device can be modified to accommodate mountaineering expeditions and heavier packing quests

Skiing / Cross Country Skiing

The Ski device is specifically designed to improve the functional control of the foot and ankle for greater ski control. It’s ideal for recreational skiers who ski 5 to 20 days a year.

The intimate custom contour of this device improves energy transfer from the foot to ski edge, increasing responsiveness and control. Maintaining the arch in a neutral position also aligns the ankles and hips, resulting in more efficient body movement and comfort in typically uncompromising ski boots.

An 8mm semi-shallow heel cup and narrow finishing allow the device to fit into low volume ski boots with typically narrow boot boards.

Snowboarding

The Snowboard device is designed to fit the needs of all rider types and abilities. By keeping the foot supported, this device enhances control and balance for every riding style from aggressive, high-speed carving to recreational cruising to backcountry powder lines.

A polypropylene frame provides the backbone for this device, and it’s supported by a Myolite arch filler for enhanced shock absorption.

An EVA covering provides additional shock absorption, while a layer of Myolite offers dual-layer cushioning. It’s designed to fit snugly in standard snowboard boots and includes a zero-degree intrinsic rearfoot post, which allows appropriate compression for toe and heel turns.

Hunting & Fishing

The Hunting & Fishing device is ideal for recreational outdoor activities that involve spending hours on one’s feet and potential exposure to the elements, including wet or extremely cold conditions. It is designed for temperature control and multi-day performance use.

This custom-molded device features precision arch support, a polypropylene frame molded to the foot, EVA arch filler for additional support during prolonged use, myolite cushioning, EVA top cover, and a full-length suede bottom cover for durability.

It’s designed to fit in most boots and fishing waders.

What is the Advantage of Sport Specific Orthotics?

Sport Specific Orthotics / Inserts help to control undesired motion in the foot as well as are tailored to meet the demands of each individual sport domain or event.

How will my Orthotics affect my performance?

Orthotics work to improve each phase of the gait cycle (sequence of movement patterns from when you foot first hits the ground to when it hits the ground again).

Pain relief during competition and practice will allow you better skill development when unnecessary movements can be reduced or eliminate all together.

If I have foot pain during practice / compeition how will this change?

A Custom Orthotic device has the primary goal of reduce pain in our feet, therefore when exercising pain should no longer be a limiting factor for optimal performance.

How is it individualized to me and my sport?

Custom Sport Specific Orthotics take into consideration the specific imposed demands of the type of shoe that is required for the sport or activity as well as sport specific movements that are translate to the motion of our foot within the shoe, cleat, boot, ski boot, etc.

What if I am in multiple sports?

The multi-sport athlete device is the most popular and versatile functional device among active patients seeking everyday support and comfort.

Designed to fit in almost any athletic shoe with a removable insole, it provides excellent support and functional correction while maintaining shock absorption and cushioning for comfort.

It features a polypropylene frame calibrated per weight, a rigid to very rigid (65-75 Shore A) EVA extrinsic rearfoot post, and a proprietary Prolite padded top cover that together, provide stability, biomechanical control, moisture-control and cushioning.

References: kevinrootmedical.com