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[Medical footwear].

Eran Tamir1, Michael Heim, Uri Oppenheim

  • 1Orthopedic Rehabilitation Department, The Chaim Sheba Medical Center. Tel Hashomer, Israel. eranetta@012.net.il

Harefuah
|January 13, 2006
PubMed
Summary

Medical footwear is crucial for diabetic patients with foot issues, preventing ulcers and amputations. Proper shoe selection and provision, like in Israel, ensure effective foot protection and care.

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Area of Science:

  • Podiatry and Orthopedics
  • Biomechanical Engineering

Context:

  • Medical footwear addresses structural and functional foot problems.
  • Diabetic patients with neuropathy and foot deformity benefit significantly from specialized footwear.
  • Normal feet do not require medical intervention.

Purpose:

  • To highlight the importance and function of medical footwear.
  • To detail the protective role of medical footwear in preventing diabetic foot complications.
  • To explain the structural components and customization of medical footwear.

Summary:

  • Medical footwear offers solutions for various foot conditions, particularly for diabetic patients at risk of ulcers and amputations.
  • The design, materials, and structure of medical shoes are tailored to specific corrective needs.
  • Provision and quality control of medical footwear in Israel involve specific criteria and healthcare professionals.

Impact:

  • Reduces plantar pressures and significantly lowers the incidence of foot ulcers and amputations in diabetic patients.
  • Ensures appropriate and effective corrective features through specific shoe designs and components.
  • Establishes a structured system for medical footwear provision and quality assurance through national health bodies.

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