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[Foot orthotics: indication and realization].

Michel Dutoit1, Pierre Kern

  • 1Hôpital orthopédique, Lausanne.

Revue Medicale De La Suisse Romande
|November 24, 2004
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Foot problems are common in older adults, with conservative treatments like orthotics and specialized footwear being crucial. Proper management and interdisciplinary care are essential for preventing complications and improving patient outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Podiatry and Orthopedics
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Biomechanical Engineering

Context:

  • Foot problems affect a significant portion of the population over 65.
  • Conditions range from ill-fitting shoes to severe diabetic arthropathy.
  • Conservative treatments are a cornerstone of management.

Purpose:

  • To review the pathologies, causes, and effects of common foot problems.
  • To detail the indications, fabrication, and application of foot orthoses and specialized footwear.
  • To emphasize the importance of complication prevention and interdisciplinary care.

Summary:

  • Discusses the prevalence and spectrum of foot ailments in the elderly.
  • Details the role of conservative interventions, including insoles, braces, and custom footwear.

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  • Highlights the necessity of proper footwear with orthotic devices and collaborative patient management.

    • Impact:

    • Provides a comprehensive overview for clinicians managing foot conditions.
    • Underscores the significance of early intervention and preventative strategies.
    • Stresses the importance of a multidisciplinary approach involving orthotists for optimal patient care.