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gmcmulli
1 posts since
Apr 8, 2007

Apr 8, 2007 11:12 AM

Orthotics

I have had running orthotics made for my feet and have been using them for about 5 years. My lower back and knees have lately been giving me trouble. Should orthotics like running sneakers be updated on a regular basis?

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marunr
162 posts since
Dec 14, 2007
1. Apr 8, 2007 11:48 AM in response to: gmcmulli
Yes, they will have to be replaced occasionally. How often depends on a lot of variables, but 5 years is a pretty long time.
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merigayle
1,586 posts since
Aug 15, 2007
2. Apr 9, 2007 6:35 AM in response to: gmcmulli
5 years is a reallllly long time. I have pretty high mileage and am going to have a new pair cast, about 18 months after the originals. The original orthotics had to be refurbished after a little over a year.
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