Overview
Custom footwear is for patients whose foot structure cannot be accommodated by any off-the-shelf shoe. After prescription and assessment, we take measurements and select a style from our catalog. Footwear is then fabricated to match your exact shape and needs.
Custom Footwear
When off-the-shelf shoes just don't work, custom footwear provides the support and protection your feet need. Whether you're managing diabetes, arthritis, foot deformities, or other medical conditions, we’ll ensure your shoes are designed to match your unique shape, lifestyle, and mobility needs. Our team is here to help you walk more comfortably—every step of the way.
Conditions This Helps With:
Why Choose Us for Custom Footwear
Custom footwear experts
Skilled in assessing foot structure and finding the right solution for you.
Work directly with AADL
We handle the paperwork and approval process to make things easier.
Personalized catalog selection
Choose from a variety of styles, materials, and finishes.
Experience with complex medical needs
Trusted by patients and healthcare providers for specialized care.
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Frequently asked question
Orthopedic shoes are modified stock shoes designed for support and comfort, while custom-made shoes are built entirely from scratch based on a 3D scan or mold of your feet to match your exact needs.
Custom shoes are ideal for people with foot deformities, severe leg length differences, chronic swelling, diabetic foot complications, or anyone who can't comfortably wear off-the-shelf shoes due to unique foot shapes or medical needs.
We start with a full assessment, including a digital scan or casting. We then design the shoe to suit your medical and lifestyle needs. Once approved, the shoes are handcrafted and delivered to you for a fitting and final adjustments if needed.
Many custom shoes are eligible for coverage through Alberta Aids to Daily Living (AADL), private insurance, or WCB. We’ll help guide you through the process and provide all necessary paperwork.
The full process typically takes 6–10 weeks from assessment to delivery, depending on the complexity of your needs and the fabricator's queue.
Why Choose Sole Experience?
General Foot Relief
Achy Feet or just general pain in your feet will cause you discomfort and prevent you from carrying out daily tasks. Want to start feeling young again? You need shoes that will provide you relief and make you feell like you are walking on clouds
Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar Fasciitis usually starts as a dull intermittent pain in the heel and gradually escalates to an acute, persistent discomfort. You need shoes that will help support your feet for some of that discomfort.
Bunions/Hallux Valgus
Bunion Pain is frequently caused by ill-fitting shoes. You need shoes with a wide toe-box that will provide your feet some room to breath and reduce bunions discomfort.
Insurance & Billing
A prescription is required. We work closely with AADL, who offers excellent funding for those who qualify. We’ll handle all paperwork and submit approval requests for you. For all other providers the patient is required to pay and then submit for reimbursement.
About Us
At our clinic, we believe foot pain shouldn’t hold you back from living fully. With years of experience helping people move comfortably, we focus on simple, effective solutions that work—like footwear and custom orthotic support.