Q:  What is the field of Pedorthics?

A:  Pedorthics is the design, manufacture, modification and fitting of footwear, including orthotics to alleviate foot problems caused by overuse, disease, injury or congenital defects.

Q:  What is a C.Ped.?

A:  A C.Ped. is a board certified pedorthist that has demonstrated knowledge and competence in the field of pedorthics. 

Q:  What does a C.Ped. do?

A:  A C.Ped. is skilled and trained in the professional fitting of shoes, modifications to shoes, filling physician's prescriptions for therapeutic footwear and foot appliances (such as orthotics), and producing custom shoes. 

Q:  What is the difference between a C.Ped. and a podiatrist?

A:  A podiatrist (D.P.M.) is a licensed medical professional that can prescribe medications, perform surgery, etc.  They work directly on the foot itself.  In contrast, a C.Ped. works exclusively on the environment of the foot and does not diagnose, prescribe or treat any disease, injury or defect.  By working closely with the patient's podiatrist, orthopedic surgeon, or general practitioner, the C.Ped. can accommodate most foot conditions and help to maintain the patient's ambulation. 

Foot Solutions of Newport-Mesa and Mission Viejo has 3 full-time C.Peds on staff