METHOD

How does the podiatrist work?

The profession of podiatrist
All appointments are scheduled by telephone so that waiting room time can be kept to a minimum. This way, the podiatrist can also schedule sufficient time to respond in detail to the patient's complaints. This means that podiatrists can perform their work as efficiently as possible.
Anamnesis
On the basis of an extensive intake interview followed by an extensive investigation, all relevant causes are identified that could play a role in the development of the complaint. Often more can be done than just for the primary complaint(s) for which one comes. After the intake interview, an extensive investigation follows. This examination takes place in both sitting and standing, after which the gait pattern is analyzed. The investigation will clarify the possible mutual relationship of factors relating to the complaint(s). Based on this information, the cause of the foot complaint(s) can then be deduced. So look at the total puzzle instead of thinking in boxes.
Research

After the intake interview, an extensive investigation follows. This examination takes place in both sitting and standing, after which the gait pattern is analyzed. The investigation will clarify the possible mutual relationship of factors relating to the complaint(s). Based on this information, the cause of the foot complaint(s) can then be deduced.

Based on the information now obtained, the podiatrist can decide in which form of therapy is required. The therapy will usually be in the form of an orthosis or a pair of podiatric insoles, the method of which is further explained below.

Measuring podiatric soles using 3D CAD-CAM system

When fitting podiatric insoles, the 3-dimensional CAD-CAM scanning equipment makes it possible to produce very accurate corrective insoles. This not only maps the width, length and pressure distribution of the feet, but also the individual foot height. A scan can also be made using a foam box.

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Because the sole of the foot has been scanned in 3-D, the precise heights of the sole of the foot are mapped. The corrections are then applied to a virtual sole, taking the exact foot shape into account.

By relating the heights used in the orthopedic arch supports and the shape of the foot to the podiatric corrective elements, this synergistic method can create an ideal pressure distribution or correction, even for the most difficult foot shape.
Own workshop

All custom podiatric insoles are manufactured in-house by the podiatrists themselves.

Ultimately, all data is sent to a milling machine that produces an extremely accurate podiatric sole as a final product. The use of the scanning system guarantees the functionality and low tolerance level of the soles.

The computer calculates the patient's footbed exactly, i.e. 100% accurately, and after virtually applying elements, mills out the corrective, compensatory and/or pressure-distributing soles. There will therefore be no standard corrective elements that are manufactured in the soles, since no two feet are the same. The method is not only accurate, but also patient-friendly. The patient is explained verbally and visually what the cause of the complaint is and how the cause will be addressed.

Pick up soles
After an average of two weeks, the podiatric insoles are ready for collection. The soles are custom-made for the (sports) footwear in which they are to be worn

Aftercare

If podiatric insoles have been fitted, aftercare is always carried out to determine whether an adjustment is required. The material required for this will not be charged separately. We will continue until you are satisfied!
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