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Diabetic Orthotic Shoe Assessments in Fayetteville, NC

Diabetic Orthotic Shoe Assessments

Living with diabetes shouldn’t mean living in fear.

Living with diabetes shouldn’t mean living in fear of foot wounds, pain, or mobility limitations. At LifeWorks Neurodiagnostic Center, we offer specialized orthotic assessments for diabetic orthotic devices. We’ll help you find the right diabetic insoles for your unique condition. Because when your feet and ankles are properly supported by custom-fit diabetic shoe insoles, your foot function improves and your whole body will feel the difference.

Diabetic Feet Need Extra Support

Your Shoes Could Be Hurting You

For people with diabetes — especially those with diabetic neuropathy, poor circulation, or changes in foot shape — foot injuries can develop quietly and quickly. Pressure points and improper weight distribution can turn into a diabetic foot ulcer in just hours. Foot problems like blisters, calluses, strain, and nerve damage can add up. And amputations become more likely without proper protection.

If you’re experiencing any of these early warning signs, your feet are already at risk for severe complications:

Tingling, numbness, or burning sensations in your feet
Changes in foot shape, arch height, toe alignment, or posture
Blisters, calluses, foot ulcers, or areas of hardened skin
Red spots, hot spots, or pressure marks after walking
Poor balance or unsteady gait
Poor circulation in your feet
Swelling in the feet or ankles
Shoes that suddenly fit differently — tighter or looser
Pain that disappears quickly (a sign of reduced sensation)

Without proper diabetic shoes designed for extra depth, proper cushioning, and optimal shock absorption, even everyday walking can put your feet at risk.

Specialized Assessments for Diabetic Orthotic Shoes

Protect Your Feet from Permanent Damage

At LifeWorks Neurodiagnostic Center, we specialize in diabetic neuropathy and nerve damage. We provide comprehensive assessments for custom-fit diabetic insoles. We’ll examine your condition closely and ensure that your diabetic footwear fits, functions, and fully protects your feet.

We’ll start by examining the whole you — your diabetes diagnosis, your neuropathy, your circulation challenges, and your foot structure, gait, and pressure points. Then, we’ll identify which diabetic insoles or foot orthotics you need. With our whole-person approach, we’ll ensure that your shoes or diabetic insoles act as a preventive system, preserving mobility, reducing pressure, and enhancing foot health.

What We Evaluate

Comprehensive Diabetic Orthotic Assessments

Our clinicians follow medical best practices and therapeutic footwear guidelines to ensure that your diabetic shoes can protect your feet properly. Your assessment will include advanced foot mapping and tailored recommendations for diabetic insoles.

Advanced Pressure Mapping

We use a device that measures pressure inside the shoe to get an idea of your current weight distribution. We’ll identify high-pressure points, such as the metatarsal area, to identify high-risk zones and recommend support where you need it most.

Neuropathy & Circulation Screening

Every case is different. That’s why we conduct full neuropathy and circulation screenings. Understanding nerve sensitivity, nerve damage, and blood flow helps us determine what type of therapeutic footwear and diabetic insoles will best prevent ulcers and strain, as well as support proper motion.

Foot Structure & Gait Analysis

Diabetes can change foot shape, toe alignment, and arch position. Before we recommend your diabetic insoles, we assess your leg and ankle biomechanics to ensure your shoes accommodate these changes comfortably.

Footwear Evaluation

We specialize in evaluating removable orthoses — including arch supports, custom-molded inserts, lifts, wedges, and cushioning systems — to reduce pressure in high impact areas such as the metatarsal necks to give your foot the stability it needs.

Depth, Fit & Comfort

Diabetic shoes require precise fit, along with appropriate materials such as highly cushioned and highly breathable materials. We’ll ensure that your diabetic footwear is fully equipped with extra depth, protective padding, and plenty of room for the right diabetic insoles.

Why Diabetic Orthotic Shoes Matter for Long-Term Wellness

Prevention Starts With the Right Fit

Evidence shows that while therapeutic footwear may not treat existing ulcers, it is highly effective for preventing complications related to foot health. Diabetic insoles and shoes can even help you avoid invasive treatments or amputations. Proper diabetic shoes and insoles can:

Reduce pressure on high-risk points, such as midtarsal joints and subtalar joints
Prevent friction and skin breakdown
Improve balance, mobility, and overall control
Protect foot deformities and lower leg pains caused by diabetic neuropathy
Lower risk of calluses, strain, and ulcer formation

If you’re looking for diabetic orthotic shoes in Fayetteville, NC, then let our specialists help you make the right decision for your comfort and protection.

Why Choose Us?

Where Expertise Meets Whole-Body Care

At LifeWorks Neurodiagnostic Center, your care goes beyond footwear. We take the time to understand your neurological, vascular, joint health and lifestyle needs to create a foot health treatment plan that supports your whole-body wellness.

A Holistic, Diagnostic-Driven Approach

We combine neurological evaluation, gait analysis, and lifestyle assessment to treat root causes — not just symptoms.

Collaboration With Your Physician

Diabetic shoes must be physician-prescribed and should be flexible enough to accommodate various foot conditions. We coordinate with your doctor or podiatrist regarding the materials and structure of your shoes or insoles.

Preventive Care You Can Trust

Our goal is simple: prevent diabetic complications before they permanently damage your feet. Our specialists will recommend the right shoes, insoles, or orthoses for your unique condition and needs.

Schedule Your Assessment

Take the First Step Toward Better Foot Health

Your feet deserve more than trial and error. Our specialists perform a detailed assessment to identify your risks and match you with the diabetic footwear that offer the right depth, cushioning, and pressure relief.

Schedule your assessment today, and walk away with footwear you can trust.

Frequently Asked Questions About Diabetic Shoes and Insoles

What are diabetic shoes?

Diabetic shoes, also called therapeutic shoes, extra-depth shoes, or sugar shoes, are designed to reduce pressure and protect feet from injury. They include room for removable inserts that help prevent ulcers, particularly on the plantar surface calluses, skin breakdown, and other foot problems.

Do I need diabetic shoes even if my feet, legs, or knees don’t hurt?

Yes. Diabetes-related neuropathy can reduce sensation, meaning patients often don’t feel irritation or injury until it becomes serious. Therapeutic footwear helps prevent ulcers before they start. By investing in proper footwear, inserts, or insoles early on, you can prevent serious complications that would otherwise lead to surgery or even amputation.

What happens during an assessment?

We’ll evaluate your foot shape, condition, neuropathy level, circulation, gait cycle, and pressure points. This allows us to recommend or customize diabetic shoes and inserts that best protect your feet according to your specific needs.

Are custom insoles included with diabetic shoes?

Diabetic shoes are designed to work with diabetic devices such as removable inserts or insoles. Your assessment will determine whether you need standard inserts or custom-molded footwear for better pressure relief. Inserts play a major role in preventing permanent damage and supporting foot alignment, position, and overall function.

Do you create the diabetic shoes or insoles?

No. LifeWorks Neurodiagnostic Center does not manufacture diabetic shoes or insoles. Instead, we perform a full assessment to determine what type of diabetic shoes, inserts, and devices you need. We’ll work directly with your physician or podiatrist to provide recommendations and ensure you receive medically appropriate footwear from a certified supplier.

How do diabetic orthotic shoes help prevent ulcers?

Because they are custom-fit to your feet and are made from cushioned, breathable materials, diabetic shoes redistribute pressure, cushion high-risk areas, reduce friction, and accommodate changes in foot shape. When paired with proper inserts, they utilize deep cushioning and act as a complete preventive system.

What if my feet have changed shape due to neuropathy?

Neuropathy can cause severe complications such as arch collapse, hammertoes, or widening of the forefoot. Diabetic shoes are built to accommodate these changes safely without friction or pressure. During your assessment, we measure and evaluate these structural changes to ensure your recommended footwear fits correctly.

Can diabetic shoes help with neuropathy symptoms?

Diabetic shoes can reduce pressure, improve stability, and protect sensitive areas, which may ease discomfort caused by neuropathy. While they won’t correct nerve damage, they can significantly reduce irritation and prevent complications that worsen neuropathy symptoms. For patients seeking additional relief, we offer specialized neuropathy treatments that address nerve health more directly.

Contact Us Today

Questions About Your Foot Health? Let’s Talk.

Your feet deserve the right support — and so do you. If you’re not sure where to start or have concerns about diabetic foot risks, we’re here to listen and offer expert guidance.

Reach out today with questions, or schedule your assessment today!