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Shoe Lifts for Leg Length Discrepancy

Discussion in 'Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses' started by NewsBot, Dec 12, 2017.

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    Shoe Lifts for Leg Length Discrepancy in Adults with Common Painful Musculoskeletal Conditions: A Systematic Review of the Literature
    T Mark Campbell, et al
    Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
     
  2. Dr Rich Blake

    Dr Rich Blake Active Member

    This is a good study documenting the use of lifts for low back and hip issues. It is Podiatry that prescribes the most lifts and we can not forget this important tx.
     
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    Indications of sole lift and foot orthoses
    in the management of mild idiopathic scoliosis
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    Diego Rothschild et al
    J. Phys. Ther. Sci. 32: 251–256, 2020
     
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    Effect of shoe insole on the dynamics of lower extremities in individuals with leg length discrepancy during walking
    Fereshteh HabibiTirtashiaMansourEslamiaMohammadTaghipourb
    Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies 23 March 2022
     
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    Topological Structure and Biomechanics of Three-Dimensional Printed Height Increasing Insoles for Leg Length Discrepancy
    Qian DENG; Yuanjing XU; Kang ZHAO; Wenhao WANG; Haoxin WEI; Kun ZHENG; Jinwu WANG; Kerong DAI.
    Journal of Medical Biomechanics ; (6): E045-E051, 2022.
     
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    Impact of Bilateral Motion Control Shoes with Outsole Adjustment on Gait Asymmetry in Individuals with Mild Leg Length Discrepancy
    Amornthep Jankaew et al
    Gait & Posture; 28 April 2023
     
  7. Brian A. Rothbart

    Brian A. Rothbart Well-Known Member

    A heel lift for functional leg length discrepancy - another problematic and kinetically illogical approach.

    I suggest

    (1) A heel lift directs the ipsilateral innominate to rotate forward (easily demonstrated)
    (2) An unilateral heel lift destabilizes the stability of the pelvis in all 3 planes
    (3) Instability of the pelvis destabilizes the spine
    (4) Resulting in postural distortions and ensuing musculoskeletal pain
    But if your heart is set on treating symptoms (FLLD is a symptom), and not the cause, use a heel-to-toe platform on the short side. This will bypass the above consequences of using a heel lift

    But the earth is flat, right?​
     
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