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orthotic fabrication

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  1. cpoc103
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    3D cad-cam orthotic systems..

    Hi all, just have a quick query/ would like to get views on 3D cad-cam orthotic systems, specifically the Orthema system with Mill. I have never...
    Thread by: cpoc103, Jul 28, 2009, 21 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  2. Robertisaacs
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    Should orthotic manufacture be dropped from Podiatry training?

    I hear through the grapevine that there is talk of dropping orthotic manufacture from UK podiatry training altogether! I think this would be a...
    Thread by: Robertisaacs, Jul 25, 2009, 46 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  3. drdebrule
    Thread

    Orthotic Topcovers and Functional Hallux Limitus

    I have found by trial and error that using a soft padded topcover on orthotics (neolon, spenco) can sometimes make an orthotic prescription for...
    Thread by: drdebrule, Jul 16, 2009, 11 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  4. footsteps2
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    Casting and a good assessment, is that enough?

    I am just setting up on my own and due to financial limitations initially I may not be able to afford a pressure foot scan system. Is a good...
    Thread by: footsteps2, Jul 13, 2009, 25 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  5. Simon Spooner
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    First ray cut-outs in orthoses

    Leading on from this thread: http://www.podiatry-arena.com/podiatry-forum/showthread.php?t=30367 Who first described using a first ray cut out...
    Thread by: Simon Spooner, May 23, 2009, 9 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  6. Robertisaacs
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    Orthotic posting and the triple interface

    I've been meaning to post this for a while, never got around to it. One of my pet peeves, as I sit in my armchair tugging on my pipe, is the...
    Thread by: Robertisaacs, May 21, 2009, 41 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  7. cj_koay
    Thread

    Foot Orthoses Materials

    Hi, my name is Chow, and I'm researching where to find the materials to produce foot orthoses, and was wondering who are some of the suppliers...
    Thread by: cj_koay, May 11, 2009, 2 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  8. markleigh
    Thread

    Korex versus EVA

    I've always used EVA for forefoot extensions (Mortons/Reverse Mortons etc) but US Pods (maybe others) use Korex (in Kevin's Intracast books it...
    Thread by: markleigh, Apr 16, 2009, 8 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  9. Little Sesamoid
    Thread

    Pouring the negative cast

    Hi All, I have a query about pouring negative casts. Does it matter if the cast is inverted, vertical, or everted when it is being poured to make...
    Thread by: Little Sesamoid, Apr 8, 2009, 25 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  10. Foot Doc
    Thread

    Forefoot varus and valgus: Intrinsic or extrinsic posting?

    Hi all, When trying to treat a fully compensated or uncompensated forefoot varus or valgus.................does it matter if the forefoot post is...
    Thread by: Foot Doc, Apr 7, 2009, 17 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  11. joejared
    Thread

    Advancements in automation

    The machine in this video is pretty much running through basic tests of my micromill code, using the lm628 based controllers from techno-isel...
    Thread by: joejared, Mar 6, 2009, 11 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  12. DaVinci
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    Removing old top covers to replace - a pet peeve!

    One of my peeves is removing a worn top cover from a plastic orthotic, especially if its poron. It never comes off in one peice and there is a lot...
    Thread by: DaVinci, Mar 5, 2009, 32 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  13. Simon Spooner
    Thread

    Using scanners to capture images of the foot for orthoses construction

    Joe, Here's your chance to shine and to show us that you can be the asset to this forum that I and others believe you have the potential to be....
    Thread by: Simon Spooner, Dec 9, 2008, 75 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  14. Tensegrity
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    Is there a need for orthoses to have a rear foot post

    Well here goes. Over the years I have questioned the need for such a posting simply because of the alignment issues arising for the forefoot and...
    Thread by: Tensegrity, Oct 12, 2008, 13 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  15. t5christie
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    Medial Arch Fill In to Positive Casts

    I'm a student and I'm a bit confused with a step in the positive cast preparation. I'm sure this is very fundamental: What is functional purpose...
    Thread by: t5christie, Oct 9, 2008, 5 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  16. NewsBot
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    Plantar pressure differences between CAD-CAM and foam impression foot orthoses

    Comparison of plantar pressure distribution patterns between foot orthoses provided by the CAD-CAM and foam impression methods. Ki SW, Leung AK,...
    Thread by: NewsBot, Aug 5, 2008, 2 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  17. Adrian Misseri
    Thread

    Orthoses manufacture

    G'day all, Just a quick question, and probably something which has been brought up a while ago, but I'm just curious as to whether people...
    Thread by: Adrian Misseri, May 8, 2008, 58 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  18. Nina Davies
    Thread

    The simple insole

    Hi! I would like to open discussion up on the simple insole...what are your thoughts? Insoles to reduce painfuls corns typically have a...
    Thread by: Nina Davies, Apr 9, 2008, 10 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  19. Berms
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    Inverting the neg cast 5/10/15 degrees

    Can anyone help me with a little explanation of the effects that inverting the neg cast 5 - 15 degrees has on the biomechanics of the foot? (not...
    Thread by: Berms, Apr 9, 2008, 11 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  20. DSP
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    Cast Corrections

    Dear All, After reviewing my orthotic laboratory’s prescription sheet I have a few questions for those of you reading along: 1. How many of...
    Thread by: DSP, Mar 5, 2008, 12 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  21. NewsBot
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    Multi-plug insole design for the diabetic foot

    Multi-plug insole design to reduce peak plantar pressure on the diabetic foot during walking. Actis RL, Ventura LB, Lott DJ, Smith KE, Commean...
    Thread by: NewsBot, Feb 13, 2008, 1 replies, in forum: Diabetic Foot & Wound Management
  22. Greg Gregson
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    Met domes

    It has been suggested that met domes come in left and right models and that strategic placement on an orthotic device is required in order to...
    Thread by: Greg Gregson, Feb 4, 2008, 20 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  23. Kevin Kirby
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    Actual Cost of Modified Prefab vs. Custom Molded Orthoses

    I have started a new topic for discussion from my last posting in the thread Presciption Writing for Foot Orthoses. I was talking to one of the...
    Thread by: Kevin Kirby, Jan 8, 2008, 29 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  24. footdoctor
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    How much skive to prescribe?

    Hi all. Following on in concept from simon's post regarding extrinsic rearfoot posting angles. Does anyone have any rationale for the...
    Thread by: footdoctor, Jan 5, 2008, 16 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  25. footdoctor
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    Bonding vinyl to polypropylene shell

    Hi, Does anyone have a preferred method of successfully bonding pvc (vinyl) top covers to polypro shells. Seems difficult to get a long...
    Thread by: footdoctor, Dec 11, 2007, 6 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  26. Simon Spooner
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    Foot orthoses length

    Why do traditional orthotic shells end proximal to the MTPJ's?
    Thread by: Simon Spooner, Nov 29, 2007, 27 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  27. podoalf
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    Como realizamos los tratamientos ortopodológicos a medida?

    Hola a tod@s ! Al hilo de un comentario de Javier, me he animado a abrir un nuevo tema de discusión. Como realizamos los tratamientos...
    Thread by: podoalf, Nov 17, 2007, 41 replies, in forum: Español
  28. Camo
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    Construction of custom made insoles for neuropathic feet

    Hi Can anyone suggest manufacturing tips for custom made pressure relieving insoles\orthotics for neuropathic patients. A quick review of the...
    Thread by: Camo, Nov 14, 2007, 5 replies, in forum: Diabetic Foot & Wound Management
  29. bkelly11
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    Night Splint fabrication

    G,day Lookin for some info folks. Any suggestions on Chair side night splint materials. seen this done in London, tube sock then a red...
    Thread by: bkelly11, Nov 12, 2007, 1 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  30. NewsBot
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    Materials used for diabetic insoles

    The physical characteristics of materials used in the manufacture of orthoses for patients with diabetes. Paton J, Jones RB, Stenhouse E, Bruce...
    Thread by: NewsBot, Oct 10, 2007, 4 replies, in forum: Diabetic Foot & Wound Management
  31. Robertisaacs
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    1st met head Cutout. What and why

    I wish to tap the vast collective wisdom of the community. I have a colleague who is BIG into 1's met head cutout modifications (not 1st met,...
    Thread by: Robertisaacs, Jun 19, 2007, 25 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  32. nicpod1
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    Chairside / off-the-shelf orthoses

    All, As much as I am inclined to bespoke orthoses, there are occasions where off-the-shelf are more appropriate and for these occasions I use...
    Thread by: nicpod1, Jan 22, 2007, 10 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  33. geelm
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    Pros and Cons of DC wedge orthoses

    Am just interested in the pros and cons of DC wedge orthoses. Obviously they are appropriate for medially deviated STJ axes. However, does their...
    Thread by: geelm, Sep 15, 2006, 51 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  34. Ann PT
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    Skives and posts

    I'm curious about how different people decide on whether they will use a hindfoot post in addition to a medial skive vs. just the skive. I assume...
    Thread by: Ann PT, Jun 7, 2006, 120 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  35. PodAus
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    Carbon fibre as an orthotic material

    <ADMIN NOTE> This thread has been split off from the thread on Middle distance spikes and orthoses </> I have never used carbon fiber orthoses....
    Thread by: PodAus, Mar 15, 2006, 33 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  36. admin
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    Polyprop or EVA as a heel post?

    The latest Communique from ProLab discusses this:What is the best material to use for a rearfoot post? Extrinsic rearfoot posts are important in...
    Thread by: admin, Jan 4, 2006, 2 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  37. Nic31
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    Medial arch fill and 1st ray posting

    Hello, I have experienced a few problems with casting materials, cast corrections and fit of the orthotic especially in the medial arch area....
    Thread by: Nic31, Dec 6, 2005, 4 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  38. footdoctor
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    Accurately pitching a rearfoot post

    Does anybody have access to this article below? The purpose of my study is to find the best method for incorporating an accurate pitch or...
    Thread by: footdoctor, Dec 2, 2005, 2 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  39. Freeman
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    Cast Modifications

    I am looking for a good reference on doing cast modifications. Does anyone know of such a text? Thank you Freeman Churchill
    Thread by: Freeman, Oct 27, 2005, 10 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  40. Admin2
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    What Factors Affect Orthotic Rigidity?

    ProLab have just sent a Newsletter on this: What Factors Affect Orthotic Rigidity? Several factors determine the rigidity/flexibility of a...
    Thread by: Admin2, Oct 27, 2005, 28 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
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