CUSTOM
FOOT ORTHOTIC
WEAR AND CARE GUIDE
FOOT CARE EVERYDAY
1. Wash your feet daily with soap and water, dry them carefully
especially between the toes. This will help to reduce germs that
can cause infection.
2. Inspect your feet for signs of broken skin, blisters, or scratches.
This will help identify any problems before they become serious.
Use a mirror if necessary.
3. Wear well fitting stockings or socks. Try to avoid
seams or garments that are too tight.
4. Examine the inside of your shoes before you put them on.
Check for foreign objects, nails, or torn liningsóanything that may
cause irritation.
5. If your orthoses have a vinyl top cover or no top cover, they
can be wiped down with rubbing alcohol. If there is a leather
top cover, clean with leather cleaner.
TEL: 602-263-1010
FAX: 602-263-7473
51 E. Monterey Way
Phoenix, Arizona
85012-2616
Phone: 602-263-1010
Fax: 602-263-7473
ORTHOTIC SPECIALISTS
ï Initially, you should be wearing your new orthoses for approximately
one hour the first day, two hours the second day, three hours the third
day, etc., please do not rush this!
ï After each segment of time, remove the orthoses from your shoes (or
change shoes) and check feet for any redness. If redness disappears
within 1/2 hour, continue with regimen the next day.
ï As you slowly increase the number of hours per day wearing your new
orthoses, they will start to feel more comfortable.
ï Should you feel discomfort after two weeks, or your discomfort
is intolerable during the adjustment period, stop wearing your orthoses
and call our office.
ï Always wear socks or stockings to minimize or avoid irritation
to the skin.
ï Certain shoes may not accommodate your new orthoses. Consult
your orthotist or physician about the type of shoes recommended for
proper fit and function of your new orthoses.
ï Should your new orthoses start to wear or appear to be breaking down
over time, DO NOT try to correct them yourself. All adjustments
should be done by your orthotist..
Wearing Schedule
Wear your new orthoses ____ hour on the first day, increasing
by ____ hour each day, until they can be worn without skin irritation
or any discomfort for a full day.
Introduction
You have received your new custom foot orthoses today.
They have been carefully prescribed by your doctor for your foot
type and function. These new orthoses may feel very different
to you at this time. This is perfectly normal as these orthoses
will take approximately two weeks to become accustomed to.
Wearing Instructions
Remember any special doctors orders should supercede any information
in this guide. Over a period of two weeks, gradually
increase the time you wear your new orthoses. The following program
is designed to help you adjust to your new orthoses:
51 E. Monterey Way
Phoenix, Arizona
85012-2616
Phone: 602-263-1010
Fax: 602-263-7473
FOOT ORTHOTIC WEAR & CARE
51 E. Monterey Way
Phoenix, Arizona
85012-2616
IMPORTANT THINGS TO REMEMBER
Ö ALWAYS
ï Tell your doctor about any foot problems.
ï Examine skin daily.
ï Check stockings or socks for wrinkles or any foreign objects.
ï Call your orthotist if redness or discomfort persists.
Ö
NEVER
ï Make home adjustments.
ï Continue wearing your orthotics if they have caused a blister or callus.
ï Submerse foot orthoses in water.
Thank you for making Orthotic Specialists, Inc. your choice. We
appreciate your confidence. Our goal is to work closely with you and
your doctor to ensure your comfort, mobility, and peace of mind.
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