The podiatrist will first conduct a thorough evaluation of the patient’s feet. This includes observing foot morphology, gait analysis, checking for foot disease or injury, etc. Doctors also ask patients about specific symptoms of foot discomfort, such as pain, fatigue, or instability. This information helps doctors understand the patient’s individual needs and provides a basis for subsequent insole customization.
Select Heat Moldable Orthotics
Based on the patient’s needs, podiatrists will choose to use Heat Moldable Orthotics. This insole material can be molded when heated and can be customized to fit the patient’s foot shape and gait characteristics, providing personalized support and correction.
Processing process
Prepare materials: The podiatrist will prepare thermoplastic materials, insole molds and heating equipment.
Heating materials: Doctors use heating equipment to heat thermoplastic materials until they soften.
Shaping: After the material softens, the doctor places it in the insole mold and shapes it according to the shape of the patient’s foot.
Cooling and fixation: Place the shaped insole in the cooling equipment to quickly cool it and fix its shape.
Final product
After processing, patients will receive a pair of customized insoles that meet their individual needs. These insoles precisely adapt to the shape of a patient’s foot, providing appropriate support and correction to help improve gait and relieve foot pain and fatigue.
Experience and adjustment
After the patient wears the custom insoles, the podiatrist will perform follow-up evaluation and adjustments. This includes checking the insole for fit, comfort, and whether it’s achieving the desired correction. If necessary, your doctor can fine-tune the insole to further optimize its fit and function.
Through this series of steps, the podiatrist uses Heat Moldable Orthotics to successfully create a pair of insoles for the patient that meets his needs. These insoles not only improve patients’ foot health and quality of life, but are also a vivid embodiment of the personalized treatment concept of modern medical technology.