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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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Scan Angle
Forefoot Varus
Forefoot Valgus
Shoe Fitting
Explains the features found in the Shoe Fitting section of OBD's prescription software.
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Shoe Sizing Charts
Sneaker Grind
Plantar Grind
45° Cutout
Shoe Fit Options
Additional Options
Intrinsic Adjustments
Defines and explains the meaning of the Intrinsic Adjustments section in OBD's prescription software.
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Plantar Fascia Accomodation (PFA)
Medial and Lateral Arch Fill
Medial and Lateral Rear Foot Posting (RF Posting)
Inversion and Eversion Ramping
Heel Cup Adjustments
Intrinsic Heel Lift
Metatarsal Wedging
Skives
Off Loading
Explains the features found in the Off Loading section of OBD's prescription software.
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Cuboid Raises & Dells
Styloid Raises & Dells
Navicular Raises & Dells
Apertures
Poron U-Pads
Metatarsal Domes & Pads
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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Intrinsic Options
Extrinsic Options
Extension
Custom Shaping
Materials
Explains the varying base block, mid layer and top cover materials available for selection in OBD's prescription software.
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Materials Overview
Prescription Training
About Lesson

Intrinsic heel lift

The Intrinsic Heel Lift adjustment applies a lift specified in millimetres within the area of application. The peak thickness is at the most proximal point of the area of application.

The minimum value is -30mm and the maximum is +30mm.

Area of Application:


This area of application can be easily modified during computer-aided design. The best practice is to mark the required area of application directly on the foot prior to 3D colour scanning or plaster casting. If this is not possible, then you can simply draw a diagram using the Make Drawing tool.

A positive value represents an increase in heel height that is tapered from the proximal edge to the distal edge of the area of application.

A negative value represents a decrease in heel height that is tapered from the proximal edge to the distal edge of the area of application.

A negative value is rarely prescribed, however can result in a completely flat heel if required.
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