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The generic shoe: a prescription tool.

J E McDermott1, F G Lippert, S Hayes

  • 1Foot Clinic, University of Washington Hospital, Seattle.

Bulletin of the Hospital for Joint Diseases Orthopaedic Institute
|January 1, 1987
PubMed
Summary

A new testing shoe allows for orthotic modifications to predict treatment success and improve patient adherence. Understanding gained during testing enhances patient compliance with prescribed orthotics.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthotics and Biomechanics
  • Podiatric Medicine
  • Rehabilitation Engineering

Background:

  • Traditional methods for evaluating orthotic interventions can be limited.
  • Predicting the efficacy of custom orthotics requires robust testing protocols.
  • Patient compliance is a critical factor in the success of orthotic treatments.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce a novel, adaptable testing shoe for orthotic applications.
  • To evaluate the utility of this testing shoe in predicting orthotic prescription performance.
  • To assess the impact of the testing procedure on patient compliance.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a versatile testing shoe with multiple modification capabilities.
  • Clinical assessment of the shoe's performance in simulating prescribed orthotics.
  • Evaluation of patient feedback and adherence data post-testing.

Main Results:

  • The testing shoe effectively simulates various orthotic prescriptions.
  • Predictive accuracy for orthotic performance was demonstrated.
  • Enhanced patient understanding led to improved compliance rates.

Conclusions:

  • The developed testing shoe is a valuable tool for predicting orthotic outcomes.
  • This approach can significantly improve patient compliance through informed participation.
  • Further research can explore broader applications in footwear and orthotic design.

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