As a Pedorthist for almost 20 years I have seen a number of well-loved and worn out orthotics. Sometimes old orthotics can be relined and tuned up so you have a second pair to keep in another shoe you often wear. The other day, a patient returned for a new pair of orthotics and when they pulled their devices out of their shoes I had to chuckle; their dog had eaten their orthotic!
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Dogs love to chew on things and some can’t resist chewing on your shoes and the orthotics in them! If your dog has attacked your device, all is not lost. I might be able to repair them. Depending on the damage, I can either put a new cover on the orthotic or grind down the shell where Fido’s teeth marks can be found.
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Make an appointment to see me if this has happened to you; bring both orthotics and I will see what I can do to repair them.