


Doughnut
Footwear Modifications Doughnut Description Soft material about 1⁄4 inch thick cut in a circle with a hole in the middle and the outside edges ground smooth. Examples of Use Used to reduce pressure on a small bony prominence or soft tissue lesion such as...
Wedge
Footwear Modifications Wedge (Varus/Valgus) Alternative Name(s): Lateral/medial sole wedge Description A wedge is fixed to the shoe midsole to direct weight away from the modified side. Examples of Use Used to prevent distorting of the upper and sole of the...
Thomas Heel
Footwear Modifications Thomas Heel Description An extension of the standard heel on the inside to add rear foot or midfoot support medially. Examples of Use Provides added support for an excessively pronated foot. Source: Pedorthic Association of...