Running Orthotics in Calgary
Running places repetitive stress on the feet, ankles, knees, and hips. Whether you’re a recreational runner or train regularly, foot mechanics play a major role in comfort, efficiency, and injury risk. Custom running orthotics may help support your feet during running and reduce excessive strain.
At Calgary Foot Orthotics, we provide custom running orthotics in Calgary, designed using a biomechanical exam, gait analysis, and 3D digital foot scan.
What Are Running Orthotics?
Running orthotics are custom foot orthotics designed specifically for running and high-impact, repetitive movement. Unlike everyday orthotics, they are tailored to:
- Running mechanics and gait patterns
- Training volume and frequency
- Running footwear
- Impact forces generated during running
They are fabricated based on your individual biomechanics—not a generic insole.
How Running Orthotics May Help
Custom running orthotics may help by:
- Improving foot alignment during running
- Reducing excessive stress on joints and soft tissues
- Supporting efficient movement patterns
- Improving comfort during training and longer runs
They are commonly used to help manage or reduce:
- Heel pain or plantar fasciitis
- Foot and arch pain
- Knee, hip, or lower back discomfort
- Overuse injuries related to running
- Fatigue from repetitive impact
Who May Benefit From Running Orthotics?
Running orthotics may be appropriate if you:
- Run recreationally or competitively
- Experience pain during or after running
- Train for races or events
- Have recurring running-related injuries
- Want to improve comfort and reduce injury risk
An assessment helps determine whether custom running orthotics are appropriate for your running style, footwear, and training demands.
Our Running Orthotics Assessment Process
Every running orthotics assessment includes:
- Review of your running history, training volume, and footwear
- Biomechanical exam and gait analysis
- 3D digital foot scan
- Custom fabrication through a Canadian orthotics laboratory
- Fitting and guidance on how to gradually introduce orthotics into running
Appointments typically take 30–45 minutes.
Running Orthotics Cost & Insurance
Pricing for custom orthotics is $337 for the first pair.
Additional pairs from the same scan are $267.
Many extended health insurance plans provide coverage for custom foot orthotics. Documentation commonly required by insurers—including biomechanical exam reports and proof of manufacturing—is provided.
👉 Learn more on our Insurance Coverage page.
Book Your Running Orthotics Assessment in Calgary
If running discomfort or recurring injuries are affecting your training, an assessment can help determine whether custom running orthotics are right for you.
📞 Call 403-455-9693
🗓 Book your appointment online