(Original)I got ankle pain and arch pain. Should I consider getting a pair of orthotic? The answer is "Yes, you should" 1. What are you looking for from your orthotics? If you are looking for significant reduction of knee or ankle pain or if you have a condition whereby your feet require considerable support, custom foot orthotics will probably be the best option. However if your symptoms are mild, and you don’t have a unique foot type, then you might like to opt for over the counter orthotic. 2. When will you want to wear your orthotics? According to Podiatry Today, custom made orthotic helps preventing sports injuries in American Foot ball players by 70%. It is highly recommended to have a prescribed orthotic if you play sports on a regular basis and you want to prevent any sports related ankle injuries.