Modifications
Rocker bottom soles aid in ambulation using various types of rocker bottoms. A modified sole apexed at various positions to assist the gait cycle and relieve or transfer pressure from the designated areas of the foot and ankle.
Rocker Bottom Sole
Heel to Toe Rocker
- Dissipates floor reaction at heel strike
- Replaces lost motion at ankle and limits midfoot motion at midstance
- Increases propulsion at toe off
Toe Rocker
- Provides stable amount of midstance and unloads the fore foot
- Reduces amount of shock at toe off
- Minimizes first ray dorsiflexion
Medial and Lateral Flares aid in foot and biomechanical disorders
Flares: Medial & Lateral
Medial Buttress
- Designed to provide additional external support for excessive pronation disorders.
- Increase base of support for recurrent ankle instability
Lateral Buttress
- Designed to provide additional external support for excessive supination disorders.
- Increase base of support for recurrent ankle instability
Lift Therapy
Lift Therapy is used mainly for leg length discrepancies, Equinus feet and Achilles Tendonitis.
Velcro Straps
The addition of Velcro straps is done when a length of a strap is not long enough or where a specific problem arises where the patient would need an extra fastening device.
Resoling & Heel Repairs
Resoling and heel repairs are made when someone has worn out the existing sole or heel.