A Test of Efficacy and Foot Position Alteration in Patients Wearing Good Feet Arch Supports for the Treatment of Pain

This study is a single armed prospective case series designed to evaluate the efficacy of treating common structural-related foot ailments (i.e. plantar fasciitis, metatarsalgia, and/or hallux valgus) with a high quality non-custom made arch support. It is believed that these conditions are the result of inadequate or poorly fitted arch supports resulting in a lack of structural correction in the foot while weight bearing. Over-the-counter insoles are believed to counteract the shortcomings in foot structure that result in these painful conditions. In this study, it is proposed that changes in foot morphology can be measured quantitatively using weight bearing CT Scan (Computerized Tomography) and X-rays of the subject with and without the arch supports. Subjects will also answer questions from a validated series of questionnaires pertaining to their foot condition and generalized health and activity level. The study is a minimal risk study, with all subjects receiving the arch supports being investigated. There is no placebo offered. Initial evaluation of all subjects will include all imaging and measurements. Collection of subjective responses will occur after 4 weeks, 8 weeks, and 12 weeks of treatment.