Diabetic insoles are foot care products specially designed for diabetic patients, aiming to provide personalized support, disperse foot pressure and reduce discomfort. In order to ensure that the insoles can effectively meet the needs of patients, various parameters need to be strictly controlled during the production process. This document will introduce in detail the key parameters and their numerical ranges involved in the production of diabetic insoles, and discuss the factors that affect parameter changes, and how to adjust these parameters to produce the most ideal diabetic insole product.
Key parameters and numerical ranges
Density: The density of the insole is an important factor affecting its support performance. The ideal density range is usually between 30-45 kg/m³ to ensure adequate support without sacrificing softness.
Hardness: Hardness determines the support strength and comfort of the insole. For diabetics, insoles with medium hardness (Shore 25-35) are usually most suitable.
Thickness: The thickness of the insole should be adjusted based on the patient’s foot shape and pressure distribution. It is generally recommended to be between 5-10mm to ensure adequate cushioning and support.
Shock absorption performance: Shock absorption performance is an important indicator for evaluating the quality of insoles. The ideal shock absorption rate should reach more than 60% to reduce the impact on the feet when walking.
Breathability: Breathability affects the comfort of the insole and the growth of bacteria. Ideal breathability should meet industry standards to ensure dry feet.
Antibacterial properties: Insoles should have certain antibacterial properties to reduce the risk of infection. The antibacterial rate should reach more than 90%.
Factors affecting parameter changes
Material selection: Different materials have different physical and chemical properties, which affect various parameters of the insole. For example, materials such as memory foam and gel differ in their shock-absorbing properties and temperature adaptability.
Manufacturing process: The manufacturing process of insoles will also affect the parameters. For example, different manufacturing methods such as foaming process and molding process will lead to changes in parameters such as density and hardness.
Patient needs: Each diabetic patient has different foot conditions and needs, which will also affect the selection of insole parameters. For example, a patient with swollen feet may need a softer insole, while a patient with foot deformity may need a custom support design.
How to adjust parameters to make the most ideal diabetic insoles
Needs assessment: First, the patient’s foot condition needs to be assessed, including foot shape, pressure distribution, skin condition, etc. This helps determine the basic parameter range of the insole.
Material selection: Select appropriate materials based on patient needs and assessment results. For example, for patients who require a high degree of shock absorption and temperature adaptability, there are materials such as memory foam or gel.
Preliminary production: Make preliminary insole samples based on the selected materials and patient needs. During the production process, you should pay close attention to changes in various parameters and make necessary adjustments.
Trial feedback: Provide the initially produced insoles to patients for trial fitting and collect their feedback. Based on the feedback results, various parameters of the insole will be further optimized and adjusted.
Final production: Based on the trial fitting feedback and parameter adjustment results, the final diabetic insole product is produced. Ensure that all parameters meet patient needs and industry standards.
in conclusion
There are many key parameters involved in the production process of diabetic insoles. The selection and adjustment of these parameters are crucial to ensure the effectiveness and comfort of the insoles. By rationally assessing patient needs, selecting appropriate materials and production processes, and continuously optimizing and adjusting various parameters, we can produce an ideal pair of diabetic insole products to provide diabetic patients with a better foot care experience.