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[Orthopedic shoes and their modifications]

J Barca Durán1, A Tiburcio Domínguez, R Rodríguez Flores

  • 1Departamento de Enfermería, E.U.E. Universidad de Extremadura, Cáceres.

Revista De Enfermeria (Barcelona, Spain)
|September 18, 1998
PubMed
Summary

Orthopedic shoes are crucial for correcting foot, knee, and hip deformities that affect walking and cause pain. This guide details shoe construction, characteristics, age-appropriateness, and the risks of improper footwear.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Biomechanics
  • Podiatry

Context:

  • Foot, knee, and hip deformities can significantly alter gait and cause pain.
  • The role of footwear in musculoskeletal health is often underestimated.
  • Understanding skeletal deformities is key to effective treatment.

Purpose:

  • To present the bone structure of the lower extremities and common deformities.
  • To discuss the function and modifications of orthopedic shoes in deformity correction.
  • To provide guidance on appropriate footwear selection based on age and condition.

Summary:

  • The abstract outlines the anatomy of the foot, knee, and hip, detailing common deformities.
  • It emphasizes the critical role of orthopedic shoes and their modifications in addressing gait abnormalities and pain.

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  • The text also covers shoe manufacturing, essential features, age-specific recommendations, and potential issues arising from incorrect shoe choices.

    • Impact:

    • Highlights the importance of specialized footwear in managing orthopedic conditions.
    • Aims to improve patient outcomes by guiding appropriate shoe selection.
    • Educates on preventing further complications associated with ill-fitting or inappropriate shoes.