Innovative Orthotic Solutions at Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics: Helping Low Back and Knee Pain

At the Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics, with locations in Falls Church and Arlington VA, we’re dedicated to offering the latest advancements to help you manage and reduce low back and knee pain. A recent study published on Medscape shows that a novel shoe intervention featuring adjustable curved pods can significantly ease low back pain and may even delay the need for knee replacement surgery.

How Does This Relate to Orthotics?

The key to this shoe’s success lies in how it changes pressure distribution on the feet to improve walking mechanics and reduce strain on the lower back and knees. This concept aligns perfectly with what we do in our orthotics department. Proper foot support and alignment are essential to alleviating pain not just in the feet, but throughout the body.

Our Orthotics and Physical Therapy Services

We offer same-day custom molded orthotics as well as 3D printed orthotics, tailored specifically to your foot shape and gait. These orthotics help correct abnormal foot motion, redistribute pressure, and improve your overall biomechanics. In addition, our experienced physical therapist, Marcia Graddon, ATC, BOCPD, works closely with patients to develop comprehensive treatment plans that combine orthotic care with targeted therapy to maximize pain relief and improve function.

Why This Matters for You

According to the research, patients using this shoe intervention experienced greater improvement than those receiving physical therapy alone. This supports what we have long seen at our practice—custom orthotics, proper footwear, and expert physical therapy can be powerful tools to reduce pain and improve quality of life without surgery.

Get Started Today

If you are suffering from low back or knee pain, our expert team at the Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics in Falls Church and Arlington VA is here to help. We’ll work with you to develop a personalized treatment plan that may include same-day custom orthotics, 3D printed options, physical therapy with Marcia Graddon, and innovative shoe therapies.

Call us at (703) 584-2040 or schedule your appointment directly here Schedule Now. Let us help you take the next step toward pain relief and better movement.

Novel Shoe Intervention May Cut Low Back Pain, Delay Knee Arthroplasty in Osteoarthritis

Two studies show that wearers of foot-worn, home-based biomechanical intervention could reduce low back pain and risk for total knee replacement surgery in comparison with physical therapy.