Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if I have one of these foot structures?
Professor Rothbart's research suggests that 80% of people have one of these foot structures, you may likely be a candidate for Professor Rothbart's therapy. After running initial tests he can tell you whether or not you have one of these inherited foot structures. Professor Rothbart only works with people he can help, so if it is shown that you do not have one of these foot structures, then he will not recommend his therapy.
What is the difference between Rothbart Proprioceptive Therapy and other therapies?
Other practitioners do not recognize the inherited foot structures that are actually the source of chronic pain in many people. And so, they treat the symptoms and not the source of the pain. They just manage the pain. Rothbart Proprioceptive Therapy treats the source of the pain. Using his therapy, Professor Rothbart actually permanently eliminates chronic pain.
Does Rothbart Proprioceptive Therapy deal with all types of chronic pain?
No, only chronic pain resulting from one of the two inherited foot structures. Rothbart Proprioceptive Therapy will not eliminate pain originating from malignant or infectious processes, such as cancer or an infected nerve tumor; primary muscle diseases, such as Myasthenia Gravis; or spinal herniations or stenosis.
I injured my body playing sports. The doctor tells me I'm healed. Why do I still have pain?
If you have one of the two inherited foot structures you will have bad posture. Bad posture results in misalignment of the weight bearing joints. If you have an injury to one of these joints (such as a knee injury), the combination of the poor alignment and the injury to the joint results in pain that will not go away.
Even without the sports injury, if you have this inherited foot structure you will still develop chronic pain. The injury just accelerates the process.
What is the difference between Rothbart Proprioceptive Insoles and other proprioceptive insoles?
Other types of proprioceptive insoles, orthotics, arch supports, or magnets are not designed to handle chronic jaw, neck, back, foot or knee pain problems arising from the inherited foot structures which Professor Rothbart discovered.
If one uses other types of proprioceptive insoles to treat these two specific foot types, their results will be disappointing. Using Rothbart Proprioceptive Insoles to treat these two specific foot structures will result in the elimination of chronic pain.
Why are Rothbart Proprioceptive Insoles made especially for me?
Because we each have slight modifications in the structure of our feet, Professor Rothbart invented and developed different types of insoles. Each type of insole can have various strengths of signals.
Your individual foot structure determines the type of insole that is used. The severity of your foot structure determines the strength of the prescription that is used.
Each person has different needs. For this reason, his insoles and their usage are custom tailored to each patient.
How is it possible to treat someone without seeing or examining him in person (a Long Distance patient)?
We know that certain tests can be run without the presence of the physician. Examples are X-rays, MRIs, blood tests or urinalyses. The results of these tests are then sent to the doctor to interpret and proceed with your treatment.
Similar to this, Professor Rothbart has invented specific tests that can easily be run without his presence. You will run these tests (such as the Knee Bend Test) and take photos, without his presence being needed. The tests and instructions are on his 'Long Distance Patient Website'. From these photos, Professor Rothbart will run computer analyses which show him the severity of your foot structure and exactly what needs to be done to help you.
From his analyses, he now has all the information he needs to see exactly what is going on in your body. He then can design and mail to you, a custom insole that will start you on the road to recovery. From there, through phone appointments, Professor Rothbart answers your questions, reevaluates as necessary and monitors your progress. In the most difficult cases, he occasionally needs your health care provider performing certain tests with you, during your phone appointments.
How long will it take for me to get better?
After a period of months, you may need a different insole prescription, in order for your body to continue its' healing process. At that time, Professor Rothbart runs a second set of tests to determine the new prescription.
Usually, as your joints and muscles heal and your body becomes stronger, you will use your insoles less and less and still maintain your level of wellness (referred to as engramming).
How much does Professor Rothbart's therapy cost?
In answering this question, one has to first consider all the money spent on many years of therapy and drugs to manage his pain, and how much he will spend over the rest of his lifetime, continuing to still manage his pain.
Patients who come to Professor Rothbart have one thought in mind. They deeply and truly desire to eliminate their chronic pain. This is the first and most important concern in their life. They realize that without their health and well being, they have nothing.
As each patient's situation is unique, Professor Rothbart does not charge a flat fee for his services. Fees are determined based on the complexity of your problem and discussed during your initial consultation. The cost of an initial consultation is 175 - 250 euros.
Are Professor Rothbart's services covered by my insurance plan?
Some insurance plans specifically delete coverage for any type of insole or orthotic therapy. If you have one of these policies, it will not cover his fees. Otherwise, your insurance will cover part or all of Professor Rothbart's therapy.
If you are ready to take the next step towards freedom from chronic pain, go to the Contact or Schedule an Initial Consultation page.
If you have more questions on how Professor Rothbart treats patients long distance, go to the Treating Patients Long Distance page.
To learn more about Professor Rothbart or his philosophy and approach to chronic pain elimination, go to the Professor Rothbart's Philosophy and Approach page or the What is Rothbart Proprioceptive Therapy page.
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