Techfeet Custom Skiing Orthotics

Why use Custom Orthotics in your Ski Boots?

There are three main reasons to use custom orthotics in your ski boots: 

• To stabilise the foot. When you are walking your feet are constantly changing shape, you might overpronate, supinate or your arches might collapse. In a rigid ski boot this can lead to issues such as abnormal pressures or hot spots in your ski boots. A supported foot will sit correctly in the shell of our boot, eliminating any potential discomfort. 

  

• To improve alignment. Using custom orthotics your foot is held in a neutral position and this leads to correct alignment throughout your lower body, from your feet, to ankles, knees and lower back. The effects of this are two-fold. Firstly you will be less prone to injury and fatigue, particularly to your knees. Secondly your lower body is in a stronger position, allowing you to apply greater forces to the correct areas of your skis.

• To improve pressure distribution. A custom orthotic is completely unique to your foot and this creates the best base of support for your body. Your weight will be spread evenly across your whole foot, reducing any possible discomfort and fatigue in your feet. The custom orthotic increases the contact area between your foot and boot, increasing sensory feedback.

Correctly fitted footwear

We stock a wide range of ski boots in store and your technician will be happy to help you find the correct boots for you. If you already have a pair of ski boots then your technician will inspect your boots and advise if they are suitable for use with a custom skiing orthotic. 

 

We offer a four stage fitting process to help ensure that perfect ski boot fit.

	Stage 1: Biomechanical Analysis We analyse your gait and biomechanics, through evaluation of your feet and lower body movement. We then evaluate and identify movement patterns which enables us to identify likely problems that may lead to recurring injuries, discomfort and inhibited performance.
	Stage 2: Computer Aided Foot Scan We take static and dynamic foot scans that create a 3D computerised image of your feet. Then we examine and analyse the forces placed through your feet to help you choose the correct footwear and manufacture custom orthotics needed for increased support.
	Stage 3: Custom Sports Orthotics We take a custom moulding of each foot, made using silicon vacuum technology. A TechFeet technician then manufactures custom orthotics specific to your needs whilst you wait. We manufacture a wide range of unique orthotics for most sports from flexible running ones to rigid skiing orthotics all of which cushion impact, stabilise, guide your feet and evenly distributing pressure.
	Stage 4: The Correct Footwear We have a wide range of ski boots for all levels and abilities, one of our highly trained technicians will use all the information gathered above to select the correct ski boots, taking into account your participation level, foot shape, foot type and personal biomechanics. If you already have your own footwear we can assess those and can manufacture and fit a custom orthotic to these as well.

 

All custom orthotics are manufactured in store by one of our highly trained staff. The analysis and manufacture of a custom orthotic takes around 30 minutes and is a while you wait service. 

We offer 3 Types of ski boot fitting appointments.

Ski Boot MOT (FREE) and should last approximately 10 min

Is your current ski boots right for you?

We will look at your current ski boot,  take several measurement and perform a foot and lower body assessment which will enable our technicians to advise if you are wearing the correct size, style and performance level of ski boot.

The aim of this service is to help existing ski boot owners diagnose particular issues with their current ski boots.

 
Ski Boot Fitting Level 1 £39 - approximately 30min

One of our ski boot technicians will analyse your gait and biomechanics, through evaluation of your feet and lower body movements. Then evaluate and identify movement patterns which will help them identify likely problems that may lead to recurring injuries, discomfort or inhibited performance.

Whilst we specialise in more detailed assessments, our technicians offer a ski boot fitting service that is second to none. this service is FREE with any sports footwear purchased.

Ski Boot Fitting Level 2 cost is £59 (approximately 45min)
Ski Boot fitting service with a Computer Aided Foot Scan
One of our ski boot fitting technicians will take static and dynamic foot scans that create a 3D computerised image of your feet. Then we examine and analyse the forces placed through your feet to help you choose the correct footwear and manufacture custom orthotics needed for increased support.

This is our most popular service and involves Biomechanical Analysis and Computer Aided Foot Scanning.

We recommend this level to those who wish to improved the comfort and performance of their sports footwear and for those with injuries or previous fitting issues.

Ski or Snowboard Boot Fitting Charges*

Ski or Snowboard Boot MOT 
If your current ski boots are not right for you, one of our trained ski boot technicians will take a look at them. We will carry out a foot and lower body assessment this enables us to advise you on what might be the problem, if you are wearing the correct size ski boot, style or type we can improve your comfort by using specific ski orthotics.

The aim of this service is to help existing ski boot owners diagnose particular issues with their current ski boots.

Please book an appointment by ringing 01446 775778, the duration of this service is 10 minutes, you will be charge £25 per 30 minutes there after if required.

All custom sports orthotics services are by appointment, please ring 01446 775 778, or click here to book an appointment.