Bike Fittings
Find the perfect fit for your bike with our expert Sam Waples in bike fitting.
Tailwind Physical Therapy focuses on optimizing the relationship between your body and your bike through the implementation of our custom bike fit program. Our unique approach means that we specifically evaluate your bike and body. Through altering various bike parts, and providing specific exercises or stretches, we will work to perfect your overall efficiency on the bike. A custom bike fit can provide you with increased power output, enhanced aerodynamics, improved comfort, and decreased pain. Our comprehensive approach begins with a thorough assessment of you riding your bike from the front, back, and side, and progresses towards addressing your individualized needs based on how your physique matches your bicycle.
Schedule your comprehensive bike fit today with Sam, and make cycling your most preferred (and most comfortable) activity!
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Custom Orthotics
Step away from pain with our expert team.
The process for making custom orthotics at Tailwind PT is as unique as the patient's mechanics. There is no such thing as a "standard custom orthotic." The blue print for each orthotic is designed in-house and is based upon the static and dynamic characteristics of the patient. Each person moves thru a detailed manual evaluation and dynamic biomechanical video gait assessment.
The orthotic lab that fabricates the orthotics is the best in the nation and works only with the nation's finest medical professionals. The master designer is both an artist and a fabulous manufacturer. He works with our team to produce the most effective and comfortable orthotic for the patient's biomechanical needs...no matter how complicated.
Custom orthotics serve to address many lower extremity issues. These include (but are not limited to) structural leg length differences, plantar fascitis/foot pain, knee pain (patellofemoral syndrome, meniscal damage, osteoarthritis), low back pain, stress fractures, hip pathology (pre and post surgery), etc. Many diabetic and neurological issues also benefit from custom orthotics.
Appointments for a full gait assessment/casting are 60 minutes. Bring 2-3 pairs of shoes (daily, sports, etc) and shorts. Prepare to be drawn on and to move (walk, run, etc). The fitting appointment (60 minutes) is approximately 3 weeks after the evaluation (unless the order is rushed for an additional fee**). Each orthotic is further adapted for the patient's comfort and mechanics if needed.
**Please note that rush fees are NOT covered by insurance and will be due at the time of service.