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What is PTTD with Spring Ligament Sprain?
Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD) is a progressive condition where the Tibialis posterior tendon, essential for supporting the foot’s medial arch, becomes inflamed or elongated, causing pain, swelling, and potential flatfoot deformity. In Stage I, the tendon retains normal length but leads to mild to moderate pain and swelling from the medial malleolus to the navicular insertion. Stage II involves tendon elongation, persistent swelling, tenderness, and difficulty with a single-heel raise, with hindfoot alignment initially normal but worsening over time. The spring ligament, a key supporter of the medial arch, experiences increased stress from PTTD, resulting in tears and further arch collapse. (1, 2)
Why Orthoses Are Suitable
Orthoses are an effective, non-invasive solution for Stage I and II PTTD, with research showing 77% success in reducing pain and supporting the tendon by stabilizing the foot and redistributing pressure. (1, 2) They compensate for the weakened Tibialis posterior tendon, reduce strain on the spring ligament, and help prevent progression to severe deformity, making them ideal for early intervention and long-term management.
We recommend Anthropods "Medial Support" for Tibialis Posterior Dysfunction (PTTD) Type I & II with Spring Ligament Sprain
Our "Medial Support" shell design is specifically designed to relieve Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD) Type I & II with Spring Ligament Sprain, offering robust medial arch support and stability to reduce strain on the tibialis posterior tendon and spring ligament, with a slim fit for seamless integration into footwear, promoting pain relief and improved function. (1)
What is DMICS / Midfoot Osteoarthritis?
Dorsal Midfoot Interosseus Compression Syndrome (DMICS) or midfoot osteoarthritis is a degenerative condition affecting the midfoot joints (naviculocuneiform, intercuneiform, or tarsometatarsal), caused by trauma, hypermobility, or chronic biomechanical overload, resulting in dorsal midfoot pain, stiffness, and a noticeable bony prominence. (3)
Why Orthoses Are Suitable
Anthropods orthotics are an effective, non-invasive treatment for DMICS/midfoot osteoarthritis, reducing painful joint movements by stabilizing the midfoot and redistributing pressure, with research supporting orthotics as a successful intervention for arthritis-related symptoms. (3) They provide support to limit stress on affected joints, improve comfort, and help manage pain during daily activities.
We recommend Anthropods "Classic" for DMICS / Midfoot Osteoarthritis
Our "Classic" shell design effectively manage Dorsal Midfoot Interosseus Compression Syndrome (DMICS) and midfoot osteoarthritis, featuring a semi-rigid plastic shell with a metatarsal bar and soft cushioning to reduce painful joint movements, fitting slimly into footwear for enhanced comfort and support. (3)
What is Anterior Knee Pain (Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome)?
Anterior Knee Pain, often termed Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS), includes conditions like chondromalacia and patellar maltracking, characterized by pain around the kneecap that worsens with activities such as squatting, climbing stairs, or prolonged sitting, often linked to excessive foot pronation and lower limb malalignment. (4)
Why Anthropods Orthotics Are Suitable
Anthropods orthotics are an effective, non-invasive treatment for PFPS, reducing excessive pronation to improve patellar tracking within the patellofemoral joint, alleviating pain, and correcting biomechanical malalignment, with studies confirming their efficacy in managing PFPS symptoms. (4) They provide targeted support to enhance lower limb alignment, reducing stress on the knee for improved function and comfort.
Standard Design for Anterior Knee Pain (Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome)
Our Standard Design Anthropods address Anterior Knee Pain (Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome) with a plastic shell, medial rearfoot posting, and firm arch support to reduce pronation and improve patellar tracking, offering a slim fit for footwear compatibility and effective pain relief. (4)
What is Hallux Limitus / Rigidus?
Hallux Limitus/Rigidus is degenerative osteoarthritis of the 1st metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint, progressing through four stages: Stage I involves mild stiffness; Stage II features moderate pain and limited motion; Stage III shows severe restriction; and Stage IV results in ankylosis (joint fusion), causing painful toe-off and altered gait. (5)
Why Anthropods Orthotics Are Suitable
Anthropods orthotics are an effective, non-invasive treatment for Hallux Limitus/Rigidus, reducing strain on the 1st MTP joint by supporting the arch and either facilitating joint extension or limiting painful dorsiflexion, helping to alleviate pain and improve gait. (5) They provide targeted support to minimize joint compression, making them ideal for managing symptoms across all stages.
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Choose Medial SupportWhat is Plantar Plate Injury / Metatarsalgia?
Plantar Plate Injury, often associated with metatarsalgia, involves degeneration or rupture of the fibrocartilaginous plate beneath the lesser metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joints, typically the 2nd, leading to forefoot pain, toe instability, or hammer toe deformity. (6)
Why Anthropods Orthotics Are Suitable
Anthropods orthotics are an effective, non-invasive treatment for plantar plate injury and metatarsalgia, incorporating a metatarsal dome pad to reduce peak plantar pressures at the metatarsal heads, significantly alleviating pain and improving foot function. (6) They redistribute pressure away from the affected joints, promoting comfort and stability during daily activities.
Standard Design for Plantar Plate Injury / Metatarsalgia
Our Standard Design Anthropods relieve Plantar Plate Injury and Metatarsalgia with a slim plastic shell and metatarsal dome pad placed proximal to the affected metatarsal heads, redistributing pressure into the arch to reduce forefoot pain and enhance stability. (6)
What is Shin Splints (Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome)?
Shin Splints, or Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome (MTSS), is an overuse condition causing diffuse pain along the medial or anterior tibia, commonly affecting runners and potentially progressing to tibial stress fractures if not properly managed. (7)
Why Anthropods Orthotics Are Suitable
Anthropods orthotics are an effective, non-invasive treatment for MTSS, reducing excessive pronation to alleviate stress on the tibia, with research supporting their efficacy in managing symptoms and preventing progression to stress fractures. (7) They provide essential support to stabilize the foot, improve biomechanics, and enhance comfort during high-impact activities like running.
Standard Design for Shin Splints (Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome)
Our Standard Design Anthropods treat Shin Splints (Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome) with a semi-flexible plastic shell, medial arch support, medial heel wedging, and a full-length shock-absorbing cover to control pronation and reduce tibial stress, ensuring a slim fit for runners’ footwear. (7)
What is Achilles Tendinopathy?
Achilles Tendinopathy is a degenerative condition of the Achilles tendon, affecting either the mid-portion or insertional region, caused by overload or biomechanical issues like excessive pronation, and progressing through stages: reactive tendinopathy (acute inflammation), tendon disrepair (failed healing), and degeneration (chronic tissue breakdown). (8)
Why Anthropods Orthotics Are Suitable
Anthropods orthotics are an effective, non-invasive treatment for Achilles Tendinopathy, addressing biomechanical faults such as excessive pronation or supination to reduce tendon strain and alleviate symptoms, with research supporting their role in managing this condition. (8) They help correct foot alignment, offload the Achilles tendon, and promote healing, making them ideal for both active individuals and those with chronic symptoms.
Standard Design for Achilles Tendinopathy
Our Standard Design Anthropods manage Achilles Tendinopathy with a semi-flexible plastic shell, bilateral 5–10mm heel lifts, and medial or lateral posting to reduce tendon strain and correct biomechanical faults, providing slim, supportive relief in footwear. (8)
What is Morton’s Neuroma?
Morton’s Neuroma is perineural fibrosis of the interdigital nerve, most commonly between the 3rd and 4th toes, causing burning, shooting pain, or numbness in the forefoot, often worsened by tight footwear. (9)
Why Anthropods Orthotics Are Suitable
Anthropods orthotics are an effective, non-invasive treatment for Morton’s Neuroma, incorporating a metatarsal pad to reduce transverse plane compression on the interdigital nerve, alleviating pain and improving comfort, with research supporting their efficacy in symptom relief. (9) Their slim design ensures compatibility with various footwear, making them ideal for daily use without exacerbating symptoms.
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Choose Medial SupportWhat is Plantar Fasciosis / Heel Spur?
Plantar Fasciosis is a chronic degenerative condition of the plantar fascia origin, causing heel pain that is typically worse in the morning or after rest, with heel spurs sometimes visible on X-ray but not always symptomatic. (10)
Why Anthropods Orthotics Are Suitable
Anthropods orthotics are an effective, non-invasive treatment for plantar fasciosis, with studies showing 89% success in reducing pain by closely contouring to the foot to decrease tension on the plantar fascia and support proper biomechanics. (10) They help alleviate heel pain, improve comfort, and prevent further degeneration, making them ideal for daily management of this condition.
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Choose Medial SupportWhat is Peroneal Tendinopathy?
Peroneal Tendinopathy involves pain and degeneration of the peroneus longus or brevis tendons, commonly seen in individuals with high-arched (cavus) feet or lateral ankle instability, resulting in discomfort along the lateral ankle or foot. (11)
Why Anthropods Orthotics Are Suitable
Anthropods orthotics are an effective, non-invasive treatment for peroneal tendinopathy, providing targeted support to stabilize the lateral foot and reduce strain on the peroneal tendons, with research supporting their efficacy in symptom relief. (11) Their slim design ensures compatibility with footwear, making them ideal for managing pain and promoting recovery in active individuals.
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Choose Medial SupportWhat is Supinating Feet / Cavus Foot / Lateral Ankle Instability?
Supinating Feet, also known as Cavus Foot, is a high-arched, rigid foot type, often inherited, that leads to poor shock absorption and excessive lateral loading, increasing the risk of stress injuries and lateral ankle instability. (12, 13)
Why Anthropods Orthotics Are Suitable
Anthropods orthotics are an effective, non-invasive treatment for cavus foot and lateral ankle instability, with laterally wedged functional foot orthoses (FFO) shown to be 92% effective in managing forefoot-driven pes cavus by reducing supinatory forces and stabilizing the lateral column of the foot. (12) They enhance shock absorption, improve foot alignment, and reduce the risk of injuries, making them ideal for active individuals with high-arched feet.
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Choose Medial SupportWhat is Excessive Pronation?
Excessive pronation is the abnormal inward rolling of the foot with lowering of the medial longitudinal arch during weight-bearing, which can contribute to lower limb injuries such as medial tibial stress syndrome and patellofemoral pain syndrome. (14)
Why Anthropods Orthotics Are Suitable
Anthropods orthotics are an effective, non-invasive treatment for excessive pronation, providing rigid support to control foot motion, realign the lower limb, and reduce the risk of associated injuries like shin splints and knee pain, making them ideal for active individuals. (14) Their slim, durable design ensures compatibility with various footwear while delivering robust biomechanical correction.
Standard Design for Excessive Pronation
Our Standard Design Anthropods correct Excessive Pronation with a rigid plastic shell, firm medial arch support, rearfoot posting, and optional heel skive or flange, minimizing inward foot rolling and reducing lower limb injury risk while fitting slimly into footwear. (14)
What is Hallux Valgus (Bunion)?
Hallux Valgus, commonly known as a bunion, is a lateral deviation of the 1st toe with a prominent 1st metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint, caused by genetics, tight footwear, or hypermobility, and can progress to joint degeneration if untreated. (15)
Why Anthropods Orthotics Are Suitable
Anthropods orthotics are an effective, non-invasive treatment for hallux valgus, reducing pressure on the 1st MTP joint and slowing deformity progression by providing contoured medial arch support, with studies showing reduced pain and improved function. (15) Their slim design ensures they fit comfortably in footwear while offering robust support to manage symptoms and promote proper foot mechanics.
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Choose Medial SupportWhat is Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome?
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome is a compression neuropathy of the posterior tibial nerve or its branches within the tarsal tunnel near the medial malleolus, causing burning, tingling, or numbness in the sole of the foot, worsened by prolonged standing or walking, and triggered by idiopathic causes or biomechanical overload such as overpronation. (16)
Why Anthropods Orthotics Are Suitable
Anthropods orthotics are an effective, non-invasive treatment for Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome, supporting the medial and lateral longitudinal arches to reduce pressure on the tarsal tunnel, alleviating nerve compression and associated symptoms, with research supporting their efficacy in managing this condition. (16) Their slim, supportive design ensures comfortable integration into footwear, making them ideal for daily relief and improved foot function.
Anthropods - Medial Support Design
Our Medial Support Anthropods effectively manage Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome by providing targeted medial and lateral arch support with a deep heel cup and heel skive to alleviate pressure on the posterior tibial nerve, ensuring slim, comfortable integration into footwear for lasting relief and enhanced foot stability. (16)
(1) Bodill, C., & Concannon, M. (2012). Posterior tibial tendon dysfunction: A review of the literature. Journal of Foot and Ankle Research.
(2) Gómez-Jurado, G., Juárez-Jiménez, J. M., & Munuera-Martínez, P. V. (2021). Effectiveness of foot orthoses in the treatment of posterior tibial tendon dysfunction: A systematic review. Foot & Ankle International.
(3) Tenten‐Diepenmaat, M., Dekker, J., Heymans, M. W., Roorda, L. D., Vliet Vlieland, T. P. M., & Van Der Leeden, M. (2019). Effectiveness of orthotic devices in the treatment of foot and ankle osteoarthritis: A systematic review. Arthritis Care & Research.
(4) Chen, Z., Wu, J., Wang, X., & Ren, Z. (2022). The effect of foot orthoses on patellofemoral pain syndrome: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research.
(5) Vanore, J. V., Christensen, J. C., Kravitz, S. R., Schuberth, J. M., Thomas, J. L., Weil, L. S., & Couture, D. (2003). Diagnosis and treatment of first metatarsophalangeal joint disorders: Hallux limitus and hallux rigidus. The Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery.
(6) Payen, G., Acien, J., Isabelle, M., Turcot, K., Begon, M., Abboud, J., & Moisan, G. (2025). Efficacy of foot orthoses with metatarsal pads in reducing plantar pressures in metatarsalgia: A systematic review. Foot & Ankle International.
(7) Moen, M. H., Tol, J. L., Weir, A., Steunebrink, M., & De Winter, T. C. (2009). Medial tibial stress syndrome: A critical review. Sports Medicine.
(8) Scott, A., Huisman, E., & Khan, K. (2011). Conservative treatment of Achilles tendinopathy: Emerging concepts. The Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport.
(9) Matthews, B. G., Hurn, S. E., Harding, M. P., Henry, R., & Ware, R. S. (2019). The effectiveness of non-surgical interventions for Morton’s neuroma: A systematic review. Journal of Foot and Ankle Research.
(10) Roos, E., Engström, M., & Söderberg, B. (2006). Foot orthoses for the treatment of plantar fasciitis: A randomized controlled trial. Foot & Ankle International.
(11) Garrison, J. C. (2020). Conservative management of peroneal tendinopathy: A review of the literature. Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy.
(12) LoPiccolo, M., Chilvers, M., Graham, B., & Manoli, A. (2010). Effectiveness of laterally wedged foot orthoses in the treatment of forefoot-driven pes cavus. Foot & Ankle International.
(13) Jastifer, J. R., & Gustafson, P. A. (2014). The subtalar joint axis and its implications for orthotic design in pes cavus. The Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery.
(14) Neal, B. S., Griffiths, I. B., Dowling, G. J., Murley, G. S., Munteanu, S. E., Franettovich Smith, M. M., ... & Barton, C. J. (2014). Foot posture as a risk factor for lower limb overuse injury: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Journal of Foot and Ankle Research.
(15) Kwan, R. L. C., Yick, K. L., Yip, J., & Others. (2021). The effect of foot orthoses on hallux valgus: A systematic review. Journal of Foot and Ankle Research.
(16) Fortier, L., et al. (2022). The role of orthotics in the management of tarsal tunnel syndrome: A review. Journal of Foot and Ankle Research.
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