We know that looking for the top custom orthotics solution in Contra Costa County can be a daunting and time-consuming task, so we put together this comprehensive list of excellent pedorthists (who are licensed to provide custom orthotics) for you to choose from. Every personalized orthotics provider has a variety of expertise and services they offer, from Computerized 3-D mapping of your feet – extremely important for weekend warriors and athletes in our area – to those who offer Custom Computer-Made Orthotics. This specific list of orthotic companies is always developing and expanding, so please take a look at it as often as you’d like. If you find another orthotics provider that should be on the top list – or one needs to be replaced – please let us know!
1. The Shoe Doctor
6400 Village Pkwy #101, Dublin, CA 94568 (925) 820-0220
About: The Shoe Doctor was established in 1997. The company’s mission is to provide professional foot analyses and recommendations in a friendly environment. With over 25 years of success, they look forward to adding you to their long history of happy customers. Here at The Shoe Doctor, Russell Pate a Certified Pedorthist, and his trained staff are measuring and analyzing your feet to recommend appropriate footwear. They produce custom insoles that help support your arches and keep your feet aligned and balanced properly, ultimately helping to alleviate foot pain. Your foot analysis starts with a computerized 3-D mapping of your foot which allows them to see the exact areas of problem. Your foot map is then used in their manufacturing facility to produce a one-of-a-kind insole. The company is still committed to its custom orthotics to help relieve foot pain, heel pain, and Planter Fasciitis.
Services Offered: Healthy feet education, 3-D mapping of your feet and custom computer made orthotics
What Makes them Different: The Shoe Doctor uses digital technology instead of casting which sets them apart from others in this business. A proud BNI member.
2. ErgoGoods
6116 La Salle Ave Ste B, Oakland, CA 94611
About: ErgoGoods was established in 2015. But the first store opened in 1999 – 2004 as the Good Feet Store in Pleasant Hill. Today they are known as “Ergo Goods” located in the Oakland Hills in Montclair Village.
Services Offered: Orthotics, arch supports, plantar fasciitis and foot pain
What Makes them Different: They help and guide you towards your foot needs and goals. They understand many podiatrists may not have the time to spend on your specific needs with your many shoes. Ergo-Goods’ team is happy to work with podiatrist beyond their limited time.
3. FootWorks Podiatry& Laser
1874 Tice Valley Blvd, Walnut Creek, CA 94595
About: FootWorks Podiatry & Laser, Inc. started in 2011 and owned by Beatrice Schmugler, DPM. She was a well known podiatrist who taught in the East Bay for 19 years. She is happy to be getting her new Walnut Creek office. The office shares space with Physical Therapy of Tice Valley.
Services Offered: EPAT treatments, nail treatment and custom orthotics
What Makes them Different: The company’s goal is to provide the most up to date medical care with the personal touch of a small office. They offer the new fungal toenail Laser treatment that is safe, pain-free, reliable and eligible for coverage under the flex spending accounts of your insurance company.
4. Delta Shoes & Orthotics
About: Delta Shoes & Orthotics was established in 2009. They have been doing business previously as M&G Shoes & Orthotics. They decided to change the name of the company in September 2014, when Greg retired.
Services Offered: Custom orthotics, ready-made orthotics, plantar fasciitis, diabetic shoes & inserts, diaberic socks, wide shoes (2E-10E), lifts for leg length difference, custom orthotics prescriptions filled, extra-depth shoes and mild compression socks.
What Makes them Different: When it comes to foot care and orthotics, Delta Shoes & Orthotics always choose quality solutions.
5. Footwear Etc.
1815 Ygnacio Valley Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
About: Footwear Etc headquarters is located in San Diego, California, and they are now celebrating over 30 years of great customer service. They are a family-run company that started out as one store, but along with their online shop, has expanded to 11 locations. Footwear Etc is old-fashioned in the way they treat their customers. They pride themselves on giving joy to their clients.
Services Offered: Have the largest selection of MBT shoes and Vionic, get new shipments in every week from Arcopedico and Taos, wide assortments of styles from brands like Dansko, Naot, Clarks, New Balance, Mephisto, and Birkenstock are often better than what even the original manufacturer sites has to offer.
What Makes them Different: In addition to their amazing customer service, they carry what they feel are the best products in footwear today. If it’s uncomfortable, they simply don’t sell it in the market. You’ll also talk to real concerned people when you call in. Each staff member is well-trained, friendly and solution-oriented.
6. Diablo Prosthetics and Orthotics
120 La Casa Via, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
About: The company is located in Pleasanton, Walnut Creek, Antioch, San Ramon, Berkeley and Central Valley Mobile Unit. Diablo Prosthetics and Orthotics is the leading company for offering extensive prosthetics and orthotics in the East Bay, including D.M.E facilities, and now serving the Central Valley with our mobile service.
Services Offered: Orthotic and Prosthetic Services
What Makes them Different: The company’s staff are extraordinarily compassionate about their work and helping their patients with life’s daily challenges.
7. Orthotic Shop Of San Francisco
4224 California St #203, San Francisco, CA 94118
About: Established in 1999. The Orthotic Shop of San Francisco works with MD’s, Podiatrists, DO’s and Chiropractors to provide you with the best possible outcome in a new pair of Custom Orthotics. They have a full line of orthotics to fit in any type of shoes and to accommodate a wide range of conditions.
Services Offered: Custom orthotics, orthotic inserts or orthotic footbeds
What Makes them Different: Orthotic Shop of San Francisco approach is a mechanical one where all lower extremity joints operate at their best. It would regain the full range of movement and thereby reduce pain and dysfunction.
8. Propel Foot and Ankle: Ajitha Nair, DPM MPH
2961 Summit St Suite B, Oakland, CA 94609, United States
About: Propel Foot and Ankle was established in 2016. Developed from experience in patient care and academic medicine. Dr. Ajitha Nair, who is the business owner, is a Foot and Ankle Specialist with experience in a variety of clinical settings. Upon realizing that she had trouble getting the service and care that her clients needed, she decided to open up Propel Foot and Ankle Institute.
Services Offered: Plantar fasciitis, arthritis. shin splints, achilles tendon, athlete’s foot, bunion, sprained ankle and tendonitis
What Makes them Different: Dr. Nair’s goal as a foot and ankle specialist is to care for patients with a fusion of evidence-based and state-of-the-art medicine.
9. LaFoot Plus
2917 College Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705
About: In 1989 two orthopedic surgeons and two specialists in sports medicine and professional footwear founded LaFoot Plus. The popular goal was to create a specialty store that would sell superior footwear items including custom arch supports, insoles, socks, and shoes. Over the years they have grown to deliver various sports medicine items to meet the recovery and wellness needs of their customers.
Services Offered: Custom orthotics, off-the-shelf knee, ankle, elbow and wrist bracing, custom knee bracing, and a variety of other braces and supports
What Makes them Different: LaFoot Plus strives to offer an excellent level of customer service, and whether performing a gait analysis, recommending shoes through OPIS, or addressing other orthopedic issues. The team from LaFoot Plus will definitely assist you in all of your sports medicine needs.
Are You Looking For Custom Orthotics?
The Shoe Doctor has specialized in providing custom orthotics for 20 years. The right orthotic insoles can greatly reduce foot, knee and hip pain, while increasing performance and comfort. Russell at The Shoe Doctor will help educate and assist you in finding the perfect solution for your particular situation. We will create a 3D map of your feet and make custom orthotics for your shoes, boots, or skates. These orthotics, along with our expert advice, will get you using orthotics like a pro, and have you performing at your peak of your abilities in no time! If you are in the San Francisco Bay Area, give The Shoe Doctor a call to get the best custom orthotics in the area! We are here to assist you, give us a call at (925) 820-0220 for your free consultation!
