Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Trusted Podiatry Experts in Edmonton
Custom Orthopedic & The Walk Shoppe has been dedicated to foot health in Edmonton since 1989, building on a family tradition of orthopedic craftsmanship dating back to 1958. Our team of certified pedorthists and specialists provides personalized care through custom orthotics, footwear solutions, and compression therapy. We prioritize patient education to ensure informed decisions about foot health, combining decades of experience with hands-on service.Our on-site manufacturing ensures precise adjustments and quality control, while our commitment to community extends through educational seminars and workshops. With over 35 years of local expertise, we maintain partnerships with trusted brands to deliver comprehensive care tailored to individual needs.
Services
Custom Orthotics
Compression Therapy
Footwear Fitting
Orthopedic Shoes
Gait Analysis
Range of Motion Testing
Orthotic Adjustments
Compression Stockings
Foot Health Education
Insurance Guidance
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of specialized foot care expertise in Edmonton
- Our on-site lab ensures precise orthotic adjustments in one visit
- Certified pedorthists perform comprehensive gait and mobility assessments
- We provide hands-on education about footwear-orthotic compatibility
- Family-owned tradition of orthopedic craftsmanship since 1958
What people say
Personalized service
Expert orthotic solutions
Effective pain relief
Professional fittings
Knowledgeable staff
Services
Custom Orthotics
Custom-molded orthotics provide tailored support to alleviate foot pain and improve mobility. Using foam box casting techniques, we create devices that address individual biomechanical needs while ensuring compatibility with appropriate footwear. Our on-site manufacturing allows for precise adjustments during your visit.
Compression Therapy
Medical-grade compression garments improve circulation and reduce swelling through graduated pressure. We offer Sigvaris and Venosan brands in various styles and compression levels, with professional fitting to ensure proper sizing and therapeutic effectiveness for venous conditions.
Orthopedic Footwear
Specialty footwear selections complement custom orthotics for optimal foot health. Our certified fitters help choose styles that accommodate specific medical needs while maintaining comfort and functionality for daily activities.
Gait Analysis
Comprehensive gait evaluations identify biomechanical irregularities affecting foot function. This assessment informs orthotic design and footwear recommendations, ensuring solutions address root causes of discomfort rather than just symptoms.
Foot Education
We empower clients with knowledge about foot health, proper footwear selection, and orthotic maintenance. Educational resources include printable guides on plantar fasciitis management and footwear fitting principles to support long-term self-care.
People
Mario Esposito
Owner
Mario Esposito has specialized in orthotic fabrication since 1968, continuing his father's legacy of hand-crafted foot care solutions. He oversees all custom device production and maintains quality standards for Edmonton patients.
Tim Moffitt
Canadian Certified Pedorthist
Certified pedorthist since 2003, Tim performs comprehensive foot assessments and creates customized orthotic solutions. He conducts community education sessions on foot health and biomechanics for professional and public audiences.
Mia Esposito
Fitting Specialist
Mia manages footwear inventory and provides expert fittings for orthopedic shoes. Fluent in Tagalog, she ensures clients understand proper footwear-orthotic compatibility through personalized consultations.
Mike Esposito
Lab Technician
Mike specializes in plaster casting techniques for orthotic manufacturing. He handles technical modifications and maintains quality control in the on-site production lab.
Kathy Paterez
Showroom Specialist
Certified compression fitter Kathy assists with garment selection and paperwork processing. Fluent in multiple languages, she provides personalized support for patients requiring compression therapy solutions.
Questions
How do I verify insurance coverage for orthotics?
Contact your provider directly to confirm coverage details, required documentation, and eligible diagnoses for orthotic devices.
Do you offer direct billing for insurance?
No, we don't direct bill insurance providers due to privacy regulations requiring clients to manage their own claims.
Can you help with orthotic adjustments?
Yes, we make adjustments on-site during your visit using our in-house manufacturing capabilities.
What footwear brands do you carry?
We stock quality orthopedic brands like Brooks, New Balance, and Birkenstock, selected for their compatibility with custom orthotics.
How are custom orthotics made?
We use foam box casting at neutral position, followed by on-site manufacturing for precise, personalized orthotic devices.
Do you offer compression garment fittings?
Yes, we provide professional fittings for Sigvaris and Venosan compression stockings in various styles and compression levels.
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