Skip to main content

Table 3 Modifications to Orthotics

From: A randomised controlled trial and cost-consequence analysis of traditional and digital foot orthoses supply chains in a National Health Service setting: application to feet at risk of diabetic plantar ulceration

Type of Orthotic Modification

Traditional Supply Chain

Digital Supply Chain

Design Modification

 Local removal of material

1

1

 Local softening of material

2

3

 Addition of metatarsal pad or bar

 

2

 Addition of Wedge or Skive

 

2

Maintenance and Repair

 Repair or Glue of top cover

14

9

 Replacement of top cover

1

 

 Insole Damaged/Replaced

1

 
  1. Design modifications were made on a patient by patient basis to relieve pressure. Maintenance and repair was made when required to reflect normal practice within the Orthotics service
Back to article page

Journal of Foot and Ankle Research

ISSN: 1757-1146