Wedge Internal

Wedge Internal

Footwear Modifications Wedge (Internal) (Varus/Valgus)   Description Addition of “shims” to modify the angle of the rear foot (heel) and/or forefoot (ball). Examples of Use Often used as a pre-orthotic trial to determine efficacy of corrective treatment.  ...
Tongue Pad

Tongue Pad

Footwear Modifications Tongue Pad   Description A foam or felt pad shaped like the tongue of a shoe fastened to the inside of the tongue of shoe.   Examples of Use Use to take up space in the instep of the shoe and can be used to improve shoe fit (width,...
Scaphoid Pad

Scaphoid Pad

Footwear Modifications Scaphoid Pad Alternative Name(s): Arch cookie, navicular pad, longitudinal arch pad   Description Addition of padding to the medial longitudinal arch of the insole or inside of the shoe.   Examples of Use Typically used for children,...
Metatarsal Pad

Metatarsal Pad

Footwear Modifications Metatarsal Pad Alternative Name(s): Met pad, metatarsal dome, metatarsal mound, tear drop pad   Description Addition of a mound of material fastened to the insole or inside of the shoe just behind the ball to support the transverse...
Heel Lift

Heel Lift

Footwear Modifications Heel Lift (Internal)   Description Temporary lift placed inside the shoe on the heel seat.   Examples of Use Used in one shoe to address a minor or portion of a major leg length discrepancy. Used as a pair for certain conditions...