First Ray Cut-outs for Pes Cavus Feet?
We had a question from a client this week as to whether we would recommend a first ray cutout for a pes cavus foot with plantarflexion of the first ray.
Category: Orthoses
Is the Orthotic Really Too Hard or Was It Just the Wrong Prescription?
I had a ProLab client call me stating that she wanted to make a soft orthotic for a patient who had a significant pes planus foot type and was suffering
Morton’s Extension for a Forefoot Varus?
A question from a client: QUESTION: In patients with a pediatric flat foot or a young adult with flat foot deformity …..with the STJ in neutral upon standing and the
Orthotic for Large Styloid Process
Today we have a question from a ProLab client and my answer: QUESTION Dave is a 73 year old male. His primary complaint is mild pain in his left foot
Orthotic for Runner / Cyclist with 2nd Met Head Pain
We had a question from a ProLab client: QUESTION: I would like your opinion on which one of your orthotic types would be best for a runner/cyclist who has chronic
Orthotics for Fifth Metatarsal Head Callus?
A ProLab client asked what type of orthotic should be used for fifth metatarsal head calluses. There are number of pages on this website that deal with the most effective
Prescribing Orthotic Devices for Patients who Require Steel-Toed Shoes
It is sometimes difficult to fit orthosis for patients who are required to wear steel-toed shoes at work. The reason for this is simply that the number of available steel-toed
Does Medicare Cover Foot Orthotics?
I had a client call this morning asking about Medicare coverage for foot orthotics. She had informed a patient that Medicare would not cover her orthotics. The patient then called
Functional Hallux Limitus Orthotic Considerations
A patient presents to the office with a painful 1st MTPJ. On exam you discover a functional hallux limitus and sub-hallux base callusing. Orthotic considerations: Goal of the orthotic: increase
How Custom Orthotics Should Be Made
How often have you needed to explain the complicated steps necessary to construct a custom functional foot orthotic? How often has a patient brought an inferior orthotic into your office