If a podiatrist, chiropractor, physiotherapist, occupational therapist want to specialise in orthotics, they can further their education in that field by studying to become a pedorthist. In Canada, a Pedorthic designation is the “gold standard” for assessing and distributing orthotics with footwear.
Podiatry is a field of medicine devoted to the study and treatment of disorders of the foot and ankle. It is practised by podiatrists and chiropodists. Podiatrists address a range of medical issues depending on the scope of practise permitted in the relevant jurisdiction. Such issues include ingrown toenails, corns and warts. A podiatrist is not a medical physician but some insurance companies accept prescriptions for orthotics from a podiatrist. A podiatrist can continue their education to receive their pedorthic designation if they chose to specialise in orthotics.
