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. ...
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,...
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,...
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...
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...