Course Content
Clinical Measures
Clinical measures are taken by the prescribing Podiatrist during a consultation. Certain measurements are required for the design of a well balanced orthotic device. In this topic we will discuss: Scan Angle, Forefoot Varus, Forefoot Valgus and other measurements.
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Shoe Fitting
Explains the features found in the Shoe Fitting section of OBD's prescription software.
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Off Loading
Explains the features found in the Off Loading section of OBD's prescription software.
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Device Options
Explains the various features you can utilise in your orthotics - found in the Device Options section of OBD's prescription software.
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Materials
Explains the varying base block, mid layer and top cover materials available for selection in OBD's prescription software.
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Prescription Training
About Lesson

Velcro addition

A Revere Velcro Fit is a manual adjustment of a Machined EVA orthosis that involves the attachment of Velcro strips to the plantar surface of the orthosis.

It is highly recommended that you provide a Shoe Code in order for the Revere Velcro Fit to be applied accurately.



poly shoe plate

Polypropylene Shoe Plate may be requested from the material selection list.

This Polypropylene Shoe Plate will be manufactured to match the plantar profile of the Machined EVA orthosis.

It is highly recommended that you attach a tracing of the removable insole within the patient’s footwear. You should also tick the Refer to Insole Template option.

Polypropylene shoe plate addition.



extra soles

Extra Soles allows a user to request an additional sole be manufactured with a specific thickness and material selection.

This Extra Sole will be manufactured to match the plantar profile of the Machined EVA orthosis.

It is highly recommended that you attach a tracing of the removable insole within the patient’s footwear. You should also tick the Refer to Insole Template option.

Poly shoe plate in custom orthotics
Additional sole matching plantar profile.