Footwear Design and Development

Orthopaedic Footwear Custom Foot Orthotic: A custom foot orthotic is a prescribed medical device that can be discretely inserted into the shoe to relieve pain. Foot orthotics support, align, prevent and/or accommodate foot abnormalities and improve foot function. Used in conjunction with appropriate footwear, a foot orthotic can be effective in helping to treat a number of lower limb problems including: Heel pain Arch pain Forefoot pain Shin splints Lower Back Pain Foot orthotics can benefit people of all ages and they can be used for a wide variety of activities. Features of mass-produced orthopaedic footwear: Orthopaedic footwear that is not custom made is the most frequently used footwear for pedorthic patients. They are often modified by pedorthists in order to improve the product for a specific patient. They are mass-produced and must incorporate all of the 11 features listed below: 1. Removable sock liner/insert to accommodate prescribed orthotic devices....