ORTHOSES REACTION FORCE GUIDE / OFFLOADING PADS AND CUSHIONS
Forefoot: Valgus Extension
Function:
Evert metatarsals/metheads
Pronate midtarsal joint
Resist/reduce forefoot supinatus
Support forefoot valgus
Clinical Indication:
Excessive or compensatory STJ supination
Forefoot valgus
Plantarflexed 1st ray
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About:
In a valgus extension, a 3mm thick forefoot, Myolite padding extends from the distal aspect of shell to level of sulcus or toes. It is thicker laterally and tapers until there is no material under the 1st metatarsal head. This extension is indicated to accommodate a forefoot valgus.
ORTHOSES REACTION FORCE GUIDE / OFFLOADING PADS AND CUSHIONS
Forefoot: Valgus Extension
Function:
Evert metatarsals/metheads
Pronate midtarsal joint
Resist/reduce forefoot supinatus
Support forefoot valgus
Clinical Indication:
Excessive or compensatory STJ supination
Forefoot valgus
Plantarflexed 1st ray
Hide/show illustrations
About:
In a valgus extension, a 3mm thick forefoot, Myolite padding extends from the distal aspect of shell to level of sulcus or toes. It is thicker laterally and tapers until there is no material under the 1st metatarsal head. This extension is indicated to accommodate a forefoot valgus.
ORTHOSES REACTION FORCE GUIDE / OFFLOADING PADS AND CUSHIONS
Forefoot: Valgus Extension
Function:
Evert metatarsals/metheads
Pronate midtarsal joint
Resist/reduce forefoot supinatus
Support forefoot valgus
Clinical Indication:
Excessive or compensatory STJ supination
Forefoot valgus
Plantarflexed 1st ray
Hide/show illustrations
About:
In a valgus extension, a 3mm thick forefoot, Myolite padding extends from the distal aspect of shell to level of sulcus or toes. It is thicker laterally and tapers until there is no material under the 1st metatarsal head. This extension is indicated to accommodate a forefoot valgus.