Custom Orthotics
Many Systems, Many Methods, Great Results
If you ask four different healthcare professionals, who dispense or fabricate foot orthotics, which type of foot orthotic is best for your circumstances, you will usually get four different answers – or they will defend their type to exhaustion!
PTI Orthotics is unique because we respect the opinions of these professionals, but we do not believe that one method or type of orthotic works for everyone. For example, Honda makes a great car and many people would argue that Honda makes the most reliable car on the road. Does this mean that everyone should buy a Honda? Should a person that tows a boat or plows snow for a living consider buying a Honda Civic? Clearly, there are better choices. The same goes for orthotics.
At PTI Orthotics, we offer to our patients and clients over 30 different types of orthotics, which has made us specialists in a multitude of orthotic varieties. We’re not just proposing 30 different material combinations (which is endless), but actually over 30 different types of custom foot orthotics. Orthopedists, podiatrists, chiropractors, physical therapists, orthotists, pedorthists and athletic trainers all have different theories on foot orthotic design and function. These professionals believe their individual methods are the best. Because PTI fabricates foot orthotics for patients from all of these healthcare professionals, we are in a unique position to be your one-source, orthotic solution.
We never cut quality to increase productivity. We don’t use direct mold systems (molding material applied directly to the foot) techniques, library systems, mirror imaging technology, or pre-fabricated arch shells – and we don’t outsource the manufacturing process.
Instead, all of our custom-molded feet orthotics are made 100% in-house, along with most of the components used in the fabrication process. We even make the fixtures used to make those components. Our products are custom-fabricated for your individual foot, not assembled. Much of this knowledge and dedication to quality can be attributed to our founder, Aaron Anderson, C. Ped, who has 35 years of clinical practice and experience in fabricating traditional handcrafted orthotics as well.
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PTI Orthotics is unique because we respect the opinions of these professionals, but we do not believe that one method or type of orthotic works for everyone. For example, Honda makes a great car and many people would argue that Honda makes the most reliable car on the road. Does this mean that everyone should buy a Honda? Should a person that tows a boat or plows snow for a living consider buying a Honda Civic? Clearly, there are better choices. The same goes for orthotics.
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So what is the answer to the question: “What type of orthotic is best?” Our answer is that it depends on the individual…
It also depends on the physician’s diagnosis. It depends on the pathology and or disease being treated. It depends on the patient’s age, weight, and activity level. It depends on the particular sport or activity and type of footwear being used. This list could go on and on. Our answer still stands. It truly depends. When working with PTI Orthotics, you can feel confident knowing that you will receive a thorough and complete evaluation and consultation. We can then discuss the appropriate orthotic options and apply the latest technologies according to your unique situation and diagnosis. It is only through this approach that you will find the best orthotic for YOU.
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The gel filled orthotics from PTI are for patients of all ages and abilities that need a soft tissue supplement or extra cushioning on the bottoms of their feet. Our gel filled orthotics utilize the same proven biomechanical methods and materials that PTI is known for. How does this orthotic differ from orthotics you would receive from other orthotic labs?
The industry standard cushioning materials are polyethylene and urethane foams. While these materials are good, they have a cellular structure like a sponge or foam mattress. After time these cell walls collapse and the cushioning affect is diminished and, in some cases, lost entirely in a matter of months.
Unlike foam cushions used by other orthotic labs, our two-part polymer gel starts out as a liquid and is formulated to be as soft as needed. After the liquid has cured it sets up as a non-cellular gel, which means it will not bottom out in load bearing areas. This material can provide years of cushioning!
This orthotic model is ideal for runners that are fore foot strikers, plantar fat pad atrophy, active athletes, seniors, arthritic patients, everyday wear or anyone that needs biomechanical control with a soft tissue supplement on the bottoms of their feet!
The gel filled orthotics were developed by and available only through PTI Orthotics & Foot Resource Lab, LLC
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Aaron is the best. He truly knows what he’s doing and he couldn’t be a nicer guy. If I could rate PTI higher than 5 stars I would. I have had countless foot problems throughout the years as a basketball player and I know every time something comes up, Aaron will help me out and put a smile on my face. You won’t find a better foot doctor!
A long overdue but nevertheless heartfelt thanks to Aaron from our whole family! Over two decades, you gave all four of us pain-free running, hiking, distance walking, tennis, weight-lifting and thus, enjoyment of life through your perfectly-tailored orthotics! AND also, you patiently adjusted them as needed over the years. Furthermore, you always explained how various tendons and muscles influenced the shape of the orthotic, thus motivating us to do our stretches! We're looking forward to at least some years more of your invaluable service and advice, even from afar! A Front Range institution! From Alcinda Cundiff and family.
Aaron is the absolute best! He is kind, professional, and exceptionally brilliant at what he does! I have suffered from orthopedic problems all my life and I got my first pair of PTI orthotics from Aaron 10 years ago- which have served me so very well, keeping me aligned and out of pain! I just went in to get them refurbished and am so glad Aaron is still in Boulder. I decided to get a second pair made so I don't have to switch them in and out of my favorite shoes. If you need orthotics Aaron is the one who will make you a pair to last and to keep you feeling great! Without orthotics from Aaron I would not be able to hike, run and be active in my life the way I am now! THANK YOU AARON and PTI!
The orthotics are great and Aaron Anderson is easy to work with. I have less foot pain using the orthotics. I am now on a back-up pair because I use them in my workout shoes and pickleball shoes. Turn around time for the orthotics is reasonable as well.
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At PTI Orthotic Lab, we proudly offer a discount to veterans, law enforcement, and first responders because we deeply appreciate their service, sacrifices, and commitment to protecting our country and communities.
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PTI Orthotic Lab offers a free evaluation with gait analysis so people can understand how their feet, posture, and movement patterns affect their comfort before committing to any orthotics. No pressure.
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Follow up visits are free and can help determine progress and effectiveness.
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Adjustments are crucial and ensure that your custom orthotics remain an effective tool in addressing your foot health needs. If you are having issues let us know.
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PTI Orthotics offers special discounts when you purchase additional pairs, making it easier to stock up on the support you need. Each extra pair comes at a reduced price so you can enjoy comfort and value at the same time.
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Six and 12 month deferred interest financing are available. If the balance is paid off in the determined time there is no interest applied.
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Demonstrates a professionals mastery of knowledge and skills assuring the public of their expertise and commitment to quality care.
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Requiring a board‑certified pedorthist to complete continuing education ensures they stay current with the latest clinical practices, materials, and technologies that directly impact patient outcomes. It also reinforces professional accountability, helping maintain high standards of care and consistent expertise across the field.
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Hand‑crafted custom foot orthotics are shaped precisely to your unique anatomy, giving you more accurate support and better alignment than mass‑produced inserts. Their tailored design can improve comfort, reduce pain, and enhance overall foot function in a way off‑the‑shelf options simply can’t match.
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CNC machining creates custom foot orthotics with exceptional precision because it follows exact digital measurements rather than relying on manual shaping. This automated process reduces human error and produces more consistent, highly accurate results for every pair.
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Non weight bearing neutral position casting has been the gold standard since the 1970's and is now being phased out by non weight bearring 3D scanning. Superior intra / inter tester repeatability. Captures intersegmental malalignments within the foot.
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Superior shock absorption while disapating ground reaction forces. Enhanced durabily and will not compress like foam cushioning materials. Superior soft tissue supplement.
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By incorporating different densities of materials within the structure of the orthotic, these devices can offer specific areas of the foot targeted cushioning and support. Bony protrusions can be accommodated while supporting the other critical areas of the foot. This is not possible without a positive model. Direct molding techniques do not create a positive model of the foot.
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Long lasting ultra strong designs that hold the angles molded and machined into the orthotics not possible when using direct molding techniques because no foot models are created with those older systems. These materials mold at 350F and higher and cannot be used in direct mold systems.
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Ultra‑strong, thin carbon‑fiber composites provide superior performance in certain orthotic applications because they deliver exceptional support without adding bulk. This allows for precise biomechanical control while keeping the device lightweight and low volume.
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Sport‑specific orthotics are beneficial because they’re designed to match the unique movements, forces, and demands of a particular activity, giving athletes more precise support. This targeted design can improve performance, reduce fatigue, and lower the risk of injury by keeping the feet and body aligned during sport‑specific motions.
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Pathology‑specific custom foot orthotics are beneficial because they’re designed to address the exact mechanical issues caused by a particular condition rather than using a one‑type-fixes‑all approach. This targeted design can reduce symptoms more effectively and support better long‑term function by matching the orthotic to the patient’s specific needs.