How to Use orthotic in a Sentence

orthotic

1 of 2 adjective
  • With an orthotic sole, cushy footbed, and deep heel cup, these sandals relieve foot pain while still looking stylish.
    — Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 27 July 2025
  • The outstanding orthotic support here makes these a prime choice for style and function.
    — Maverick Li, menshealth.com, 10 June 2023
  • The outsole orthotic is attached to the bottom of a shoe to reduce pressure on the foot.
    — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 30 Jan. 2026
  • The loafer is an excellent option for orthotic or arch support wearers and those with heel and knee pain.
    — Taylor Lane, Flow Space, 12 Dec. 2024
  • There is no secret except maybe an orthotic insert, but my back sometimes suffers.
    — Alex Apatoff, PEOPLE, 5 Sep. 2025
  • Discuss with your podiatrist whether over-the-counter or custom orthotic inserts are right for you.
    — Stephanie Kvas, Chicago Tribune, 2 June 2023
  • Wear thick socks or orthotic shoes to prevent friction and irritation.
    — Carrie Madormo, Health, 31 Oct. 2025
  • The crossroads of comfort, orthotic support, and high fashion?
    — Meg Donohue, ELLE, 23 Sep. 2022
  • These orthotic inserts are designed to provide women’s feet with relief throughout the day.
    — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 27 Jan. 2026
  • Another perk is that these slips look much lest orthotic than some of the other options, thanks to that leather-looking adjustable upper.
    — Joe Jackson, Outside Online, 13 Sep. 2024
  • Beyond their orthotic footbeds, the flip-flops' toe straps are another unexpected perk.
    — Emily Belfiore, Travel + Leisure, 19 Apr. 2023
  • These KuaiLu orthotic slides are easy to pack, easy to wear, and perfect for slipping on after a long day or heading to the pool.
    — Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 22 Apr. 2026
  • These KuaiLu orthotic slides are easy to pack, easy to wear, and perfect for slipping on after a long day or heading to the pool.
    — Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 10 June 2026
  • The discrepancy stems from Medicare not paying all of his bills for thousands of orthotic braces.
    — Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 10 June 2026
  • Adjust your fit with the sporty lace-up closure, and take advantage of the shoes’ orthotic insoles that support the arch to keep foot fatigue at bay.
    — Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2025
  • Adjust your fit with the sporty lace-up closure, and take advantage of the shoes’ orthotic insoles that support the arch to keep foot fatigue at bay.
    — Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Jan. 2026
  • Adjust your fit with the sporty lace-up closure, and take advantage of the shoes’ orthotic insoles that support the arch to keep foot fatigue at bay.
    — Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Sep. 2025
  • Give your favorite shoes a comfort upgrade with Aetrex orthotic insoles.
    — ABC News, 27 June 2026
  • And Clint builds an orthotic insole into them so the actors can have some protection between them and the terrain.
    — Mark Peikert, IndieWire, 28 Jan. 2025
  • His first proper job, selling orthotic shoe inserts, is at his uncle Paul’s company.
    — Helen Lewis, The Atlantic, 24 Feb. 2026
  • Look for shoes or orthotic inserts that have substantial heel cups to help with cushioning and shock absorption to avoid heel pain, Eby says.
    — Emilia Benton, SELF, 3 Sep. 2020
  • This waterproof style is made with an orthotic insole and arch booster that, according to the brand, helps alleviate foot and heel pain.
    — Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 18 Jan. 2026
  • Thanks to their cushy midsoles, the sneakers also deliver orthotic-level arch support on long walking days and travel days.
    — Rebecca Shinners, Travel + Leisure, 27 Nov. 2025
  • These orthotic-friendly shoes feature flexible soles, which improve the natural movement of your foot.
    — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 17 June 2026
  • Here’s what Vionic does best—take the patented footbed it's known for with orthotic-grade arch support and apply it to styles that don’t disclose your foot problems.
    — Rachel Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Oct. 2025
  • Using this orthotic will limit the motion preventing pain at the turf toe injury site and reducing the chance of arthritis from forming at this joint.
    — Elizabeth Quinn, Verywell Health, 17 May 2023
  • These ultra-comfortable sneakers have orthotic support that’s podiatrist-approved to keep pain at bay all day.
    — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 26 June 2026
  • Fraudsters who submitted bogus bills for orthotic braces, pain creams, and other items took federal health programs for more than $1 billion.
    — Washington Post, 20 Jan. 2026
  • Built with a two-inch platform, this shoe is also designed with a removable orthotic insert and flexible midsole, so walking in it feels just as easy as throwing it on.
    — Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 26 Feb. 2026
  • Built with a two-inch platform, this shoe is also designed with a removable orthotic insert and flexible midsole, so walking in it feels just as easy as throwing it on.
    — Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 22 Dec. 2025

orthotic

2 of 2 noun
  • With an orthotic footbed, they're bound to put a spring in your step.
    — Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 16 Mar. 2023
  • Getting the right fit is simple, even with your own insoles or orthotics.
    — Susan Brickell, Health, 15 June 2023
  • Shamet said orthotics help correct how his body distributes the weight on his feet.
    — By Paul Suellentrop, kansascity, 29 July 2017
  • And good luck finding orthotics in the Mesozoic era.
    — Inga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Feb. 2026
  • The extra-wide toe box makes these the best bet for women with wider feet or bunions or people who wear special orthotics.
    — Nancy Einhart, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2023
  • Still, that’s a bargain compared to buying pricey custom orthotics.
    — Mike Richard, Men's Health, 29 Mar. 2023
  • The outsole orthotic is attached to the bottom of a shoe to reduce pressure on the foot.
    — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 30 Jan. 2026
  • The orthotic footbed is designed for support while the rubber outsole makes walking in them a breeze.
    — Emma Seymour, Good Housekeeping, 19 July 2022
  • Baldwin’s kicks may or may not have been inspired by grandpa’s orthotics, but her shirt was without a doubt borrowed from the boys.
    — Maria Ward, Vogue, 11 Jan. 2018
  • Lodolo tried using different orthotics in his shoes, which had a negative impact on his progress.
    — Charlie Goldsmith, The Enquirer, 13 May 2023
  • Swapping this kick’s insole for a custom orthotic takes mere seconds.
    — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
  • They rival designer pairs in looks but offer the support of an orthotic.
    — Annie Blackman, InStyle, 4 Apr. 2026
  • The doll also comes with ankle foot orthotics, which many children with Down syndrome use for support.
    — Michael Roppolo, CBS News, 25 Apr. 2023
  • And the bootie also has a removable sole to allow the user to replace it with an orthotic.
    — Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
  • Most people with flat feet need lower arch support, like the kind found in the flat fit orthotic arch by Profoot.
    — Sarah Bradley, Verywell Health, 3 Feb. 2023
  • The doll also has ankle orthotics to match those used by some children with Down syndrome to support their feet and ankles.
    — Nardine Saad, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2023
  • And because the shoes have a removable insole, people with custom orthotics can enjoy them, too.
    — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 9 Sep. 2025
  • Even though these soles might look thin, the orthotic is hidden inside the sole to provide complete relief without being bulky.
    — Nikhita Mahtani, SELF, 13 Oct. 2022
  • That thick, cushioned sole is responsive to your steps and provides arch support that’s similar to an orthotic.
    — Kristine Solomon, Travel + Leisure, 6 July 2023
  • Custom orthotics will almost always help treat chronic foot pain as they’re designed specifically to fit your feet.
    — Mike Richard, Men's Health, 29 Mar. 2023
  • Biden uses contact lenses and custom orthotics, has normal blood pressure and doesn’t drink alcohol or smoke.
    — Dallas News, 16 Feb. 2023
  • Gossman describes the insole as an orthotic that raises the arch up to proper alignment and forms to your feet like a custom insole.
    — Hang Nguyen, sandiegouniontribune.com, 29 May 2017
  • The extra-wide toe box on the 806 sneaker makes these the best bet for women with wider feet or for those who wear particular orthotics.
    — Cortne Bonilla, Harper's BAZAAR, 23 June 2023
  • Students were tasked with designing foot orthotics that would help patients improve their mobility.
    — Kelly McBride, Cincinnati.com, 15 Sep. 2017
  • In addition, the Barbie wears ankle foot orthotics, which some children with Down syndrome use.
    — Wyatte Grantham-Philips, Detroit Free Press, 26 Apr. 2023
  • His therapists sent us to a doctor on Long Island who makes special foot orthotics to give him extra support.
    — New York Times, 17 Apr. 2020
  • The cushioned shoe has removable orthotics for extra arch support, which shoppers claim has helped relieve their plantar fasciitis.
    — Cheryl Wagemann, InStyle, 8 Mar. 2026
  • These sneakers from Easy Spirit are backed by several shoppers with wide feet, who say they are perfectly sized and are even roomy enough for orthotics.
    — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 18 June 2026
  • We were not meant to walk on hard surfaces and aetrex orthotics are engineered to fill in all the spaces between your foot, and the ground to give you complete comfort and relieve foot and back pain.
    — Tory Johnson, ABC News, 28 Feb. 2026
  • The Barbie with Down syndrome wears pink ankle foot orthotics, as some children with Down syndrome use them to support their feet and ankles.
    — Melina Khan, USA Today, 13 Jan. 2026

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