Assessments
It is important to find out what your foot type is in order to purchase the correct QUADRASTEP® foot orthotic, littleSTEPS® foot orthotic or littleSTEPS® gait plate.
To discover your foot type, you can book an appointment. Alternatively, why not submit a quick and easy do-it-yourself assessment online?
To assess your feet, you will need:
A mobile phone capable of taking good-quality photos and videos
A level floor with enough room to walk back and forth OR a treadmill
A friend to take photos of your feet and film videos of you walking
Download the forms
Do-it-yourself assessment instructions
You will need to supply the following for your assessment:
- Photos of your feet – see photo instructions
- Videos of you walking – see video instructions
- Foot tracing and signed liability waiver – click here to download
In order for us to remain POPIA compliant, please do not include your face in any of the photos or videos.
Photo instructions
- Take photos of your bare feet in a relaxed, standing position. March on the spot and then try to stand naturally (not the way you think you need to stand).
- Take photos from a place that is central to both feet and close to the floor, i.e. floor level.
- Photos need to be clear and not too far to one side or too high off the ground, i.e. looking down at your feet.
- Three types of photos are required:
- Back view: take a photo of your bare feet from the back
- Front view: take a photo of your bare feet from the front
- Callus view: take a fairly close-up photo of any calluses on each foot
Examples of adequate back view photos
Examples of inadequate back view photos
Examples of adequate front view photos
Examples of inadequate front view photos
Examples of callus photos
Video instructions
- Get someone to film a short video of you walking barefoot at a normal pace on a level floor or on a treadmill.
- The video does not need to be long or shot in slow motion mode (as this will result in a large file).
- Take videos zoomed in on the lower legs up to mid-calf.
- Take videos from a place that is central to both feet and close to the floor, i.e. floor level.
- Two types of videos are required:
- Forwards: take a video of you walking 6 steps away from the camera
- Backwards: take a video of you walking 6 steps toward the camera
Submitting your assessment
- Please email your photos, videos, and two forms to info@freedfoot.co.za.
You may have to use WeTransfer to send large files (it is free). - In the subject line of your email, please use: ASSESSMENT: NAME & SURNAME.
If you send multiple emails, please repeat this for every email. - In the body of the email, please include your shoe size and a brief summary (no more than 50 words) of any symptoms you’re experiencing, such as ankle, knee, hip or back pain.
Once your email has been sent, one of our qualified team members will assess your feet. Your assessment results and recommendations will be emailed back to you within 2 working days.
What kind of recommendations can I expect?
We will recommend the correct QUADRASTEP® foot orthotic or littleSTEPS® foot orthotic to you. We will also recommend shoes for your foot type. If necessary, we will recommend you visit a podiatrist and/or orthopaedic surgeon.
Can I rather do my assessment with a professional?
Yes, you are welcome to schedule a 15-minute virtual or in-person appointment with one of our qualified professionals.