Richie Brace Treatment in Kettering & Market Harborough
Walk Further. Feel More Stable. Avoid Surgery Where Possible.
If you’re struggling with a collapsing foot, painful ankle, tendon injury or instability, the Richie Brace® could help you get back to walking with confidence.
At Next Step Podiatry, we combine expert assessment, Footscan® gait analysis and custom orthotic technology to determine whether a Richie Brace® is the right solution for you.
Why We Choose the Richie Brace®
The Richie Brace® is recognised internationally as one of the leading custom ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs) available for the treatment of complex foot and ankle conditions.
Developed in the United States by podiatrist Dr Douglas Richie, the Richie Brace® was designed to bridge the gap between traditional foot orthotics and bulky medical walking boots. Its innovative design provides exceptional support to the foot and ankle while allowing a more natural walking pattern.
Today, the Richie Brace® is used by foot and ankle specialists around the world to help patients with conditions such as Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD), adult acquired flat foot, chronic ankle instability and arthritis.
Unlike off-the-shelf ankle supports, every Richie Brace® is custom made for the individual patient following a comprehensive biomechanical assessment. This allows us to provide targeted support where it is needed most, helping to reduce pain, improve stability and restore confidence in walking.
At Next Step Podiatry, we combine the Richie Brace® with our advanced Footscan® gait analysis and specialist biomechanical assessment to ensure every brace is prescribed and fitted as part of a personalised treatment plan.It can help:
Reduce pain
Improve balance
Support damaged tendons
Reduce ankle instability
Improve walking confidence
Keep you active for longer
Delay or reduce the need for surgery in appropriate patients
Patients who may benefit from a Richie Brace
Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD)
Adult acquired flat foot
Collapsing arches
Severe overpronation
Chronic ankle instability
Recurrent ankle sprains
Arthritis affecting the foot or ankle
Tendon injuries
Pain when walking or standing
Difficulty keeping active because of ankle weakness
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For many patients, a Richie Brace® provides the support that standard insoles simply cannot achieve. By improving foot and ankle stability, it can help reduce pain, improve mobility and, in appropriate cases, delay or reduce the need for more invasive treatments. Every patient is different, which is why we only recommend a Richie Brace® when we believe it is the most appropriate solution for your condition
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Yes. Every patient requires a comprehensive Foot & Ankle Assessment before a Richie Brace® can be prescribed.
This allows us to accurately diagnose your condition, assess your gait and determine whether a Richie Brace® is the most appropriate treatment for your needs.
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Yes. Every Richie Brace® is individually prescribed and manufactured specifically for you using detailed biomechanical assessment findings. This ensures the brace provides the correct level of support, comfort and function.
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In many cases, yes. Most patients can wear their Richie Brace® inside supportive everyday footwear or trainers. Your podiatrist will discuss suitable footwear and provide recommendations during your appointment.
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Every patient is different, and surgery may still be the most appropriate option for some conditions. However, for suitable patients, a Richie Brace® can significantly improve pain, stability and function and may help delay or reduce the need for surgery. Your podiatrist will discuss the most appropriate treatment plan based on your individual diagnosis.
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Yes. We offer 0% interest finance over 11 months, allowing you to spread the cost of your Richie Brace® treatment and begin your rehabilitation without delay.
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Unlike off-the-shelf ankle braces, every Richie Brace® is custom manufactured following a detailed biomechanical assessment. Your treatment includes expert clinical assessment, prescription, fitting, review appointments and ongoing support to ensure the brace performs as intended. It is a highly specialised medical device designed specifically for your individual condition and walking pattern.
Drop Foot Before and After - The Richie Brace.
Why Next Step Podiatry?
✔ One of the few clinics locally providing Ritchie Brace® treatment
✔ Footscan® gait analysis
✔ Phits® 3D printed orthotics
✔ HCPC Registered podiatrists
✔ Evidence-based care
✔ Clinics in Kettering & Market Harborough
✔ Ongoing support throughout your treatment
Ready to Walk with Confidence Again?
Whether you’ve been diagnosed with PTTD, suffer from ankle instability or have been told surgery may be your next step, we’d be happy to assess whether a Ritchie Brace® could help.
