Scaphoid Pad

Scaphoid Pad

by | Mar 14, 2016

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

by | Mar 14, 2016

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...
Split Sole

Split Sole

by | Mar 14, 2016

Footwear Modifications Split Sole Alternative Name(s): Sole Widening   Description A cut is made through the midsole and outsole of the shoe which is then spread – additional material is inserted to maintain the split.   Examples of Use Useful when the foot...
Sole Plate

Sole Plate

by | Mar 14, 2016

Footwear Modifications Sole Plate   Description Addition of a carbon fibre “plate” to the inside of the shoe in order to minimize shoe flex.   Examples of Use Often used in conjunction with a “Rocker Sole” modification to help restrict movement in an injured...