Support Your Team from the Ground Up

Healthy employees stand stronger, literally. Our foot health support programs help address the overlooked causes of fatigue, pain, and absenteeism linked to improper footwear or long hours on hard surfaces. Whether you're referring one team member or coordinating care for your entire staff, we offer targeted solutions and group discounts to support productivity, reduce discomfort, and promote long-term mobility.

👣 Why Foot Health at Work Matters

Foot pain, fatigue, and poor-fitting shoes can quietly impact attendance, focus, and morale. Left unaddressed, these issues can lead to long-term discomfort and injury.

80% of adults experience foot pain, but only 20% seek help. Let’s close that gap together.

🧠 Solutions for Employers & Teams

We work with organizations to support employees who are:

  • Struggling with foot pain from long shifts

  • Recovering from injury or surgery

  • Managing diabetes and needing pressure relief

  • Wearing safety footwear that causes discomfort

  • Experiencing fatigue that affects focus and performance

🦶 Workplace Foot Injuries: Key Stats

  • 2.6 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses were reported in 2023 across private industry.

  • Foot injuries are among the most common workers’ comp claims, with an average final settlement of $17,435 per case.

  • Common causes include:

    • Crushed or broken feet from falling objects or moving vehicles

    • Punctures from nails or sharp debris

    • Burns from chemicals or molten metal

    • Electric shocks

    • Slips, trips, and falls due to poor footwear or slippery surfaces

  • The total cost of workplace injuries in 2020 exceeded $163 billion, including lost productivity, medical expenses, and administrative costs.

🧪 Diabetic Foot Injuries: Critical Data

  • 19% to 34% of people with diabetes will develop a foot ulcer in their lifetime.

  • 85% of diabetes-related amputations begin with a foot ulcer.

  • Every year, 73,000 non-traumatic lower limb amputations are performed on people with diabetes in the U.S.

  • 10% of diabetic foot ulcers do not heal; of those, 25% will require amputation.

  • 5-year mortality after a diabetic foot ulcer is 50–70%, often due to complications like infection or poor circulation.

  • The annual cost of diabetic foot ulcer care in the U.S. is estimated at $11 billion.

👣 The Role & Benefits of Custom Orthotics in Employee Foot Health

📊 Why It Matters

  • Nearly 1 in 4 U.S. adults experience foot pain that affects mobility and long-term joint health.

  • In standing-intensive industries, foot-related injuries contribute to up to 15% of lost workdays.

  • Chronic foot strain often leads to ankle, knee, hip, and lower back issues, compounding costs and downtime.

✅ What Custom Orthotics Deliver

  • Pain relief for plantar fasciitis, tendonitis, bunions, and other common conditions.

  • Improved alignment by correcting overpronation and supination—reducing joint stress.

  • Even pressure distribution across the foot, enhancing comfort and reducing fatigue.

  • Injury prevention by stabilizing gait and lowering the risk of falls and chronic strain.

  • Tailored support for flat feet, high arches, diabetic sensitivity, and other unique needs.

  • Boosted productivity through reduced discomfort and increased stamina on the job.

🛡️ Why This Matters for Employers

  • Industries with elevated foot injury risk include healthcare, construction, building maintenance, and material transport.

  • Diabetic employees may be at higher risk for ulceration, infection, and long-term disability, especially if footwear is ill-fitting or protective gear is lacking.

  • Early detection and proper footwear can prevent up to 50% of diabetic foot ulcers.

 

Services I Provide Include:

 

  • ✅ Custom orthotics for occupational fatigue

  • ✅ Diabetic and therapeutic footwear solutions

  • ✅ Safety shoe modifications and comfort inserts

  • ✅ Foot pain screenings and fit consultations

  • ✅ Educational flyers and guides for staff wellness programs

 

🦶 National Custom Orthotic Mail-Order Program

Support that travels as far as your workforce does.

Whether you're on your feet all day or managing chronic foot pain, our mail-order program delivers true custom orthotics, not retail templates directly to eligible employees across the country.

What’s Included:

  • 📦 Foam impression kit shipped nationwide

  • 🔁 Prepaid return shipping

  • 👣 Custom orthotic pair fabricated to clinical standards

  • 💳 No upfront cost to employee—eligibility screening required

Eligible Conditions:

  • Plantar fasciitis

  • Flat feet / overpronation

  • High arches / supination

  • Arthritis-related foot pain

  • Post-surgical support

  • Bunions, hammertoes, metatarsalgia

  • Chronic heel, arch, or forefoot pain

  • Neuromuscular imbalance (non-diabetic only)

Who Can Refer: Employees, HR teams, case managers, safety manager, clinicians, and outreach coordinators.

Ready to refer or request a kit? Start Your Referral

National Custom Orthotic Mail Order Program

 

🏢 Some Industries We Commonly Serve

Industry Common Foot Problems
Healthcare Long hours on hard floors
Restaurants Slippery surfaces, arch & heel pain
Manufacturing Poor shoe fit, fatigue, toe compression
Education Standing strain, posture imbalance
Salons & Retail Foot swelling, pain, plantar fasciitis

 About the Program Lead

Michael L. Ashley, a Certified Pedorthist with 20+ years of experience supporting workforce health through biomechanics, footwear solutions, and community education. Passionate about improving comfort and preventing chronic pain through proactive care.

📣 Let’s Build a Healthier Workplace—One Step at a Time

Whether it’s one employee or your entire team, we’re here to help prevent pain before it interferes with productivity. Complete the form below and I’ll follow up promptly to discuss how we can support your team’s foot health.