Anatomy of a shoeA.Toe box: part of the shoe that covers the toesB.Vamp: part of the upper that covers the instepC.Counter: selection of the shoe anterior to the heelD.Tongue: piece that covers the dorsum of the footE.Throat: section where the tongue meets the...

Semirigid spinal orthoses ( corsets ) Corsets can be effective in managing pain caused by muscle strain because they reduce the activity of the spinal  and abdominal musculatures. However , when corsets are used long term , musculature can atrophy and increase the...

Solid Ankle-Cushion Heel Foot Compared with the single-axis design, the SACH foot represented a lighter , more durable, low cost , and maintenance-free alternative. It quickly become very popular worldwide and has proven to be a very versatile , albeit basic, foot...

A.To relieve pain B.To manage deformities C.To prevent an excessive range of joint motion D.To increase the range of motion E.To compensate for abnormalities of segment , length or shape F.To manage abnormal neuromuscular function( weakness or hyperactivity) G.To...

Stance control orthoses make it possible to walk dynamically and stand securely during the stance phase. The special Otto Bock orthosis systems lock the knee joint during stance phase and unlock it for the swing phase . The patient thereby achieves a dynamic, almost...