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This rear foot wedge is the type of control used in most prescription and over the counter orthotics. It applies a supinatory force to the foot during the first and middle stage of the gait cycle, during the time that the foot is mostly flat on the ground. As we walk, weight is transferred to the metatarsals, and this rear foot wedge becomes ineffective.It provides little to NO value during dance, athletics, or other propulsive stage activities.
This device will create the strongest arch possible as it strengthens the Peroneous Longus. It requires that the foot be flexible and free of arthritis that limit movement of the joints. We now recommend it primarily for younger patients who are as interested in reestablishing a strong arch, as they are in decreasing pain cause by collapse of the arch.
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