You have received your new Levy Molds today. They are specially contstructed to protect areas on your feet that may be callused or ulcerated. Over the next seven days you will wear these molds and shoes for two hours per day. As the days progress, the latex material holding the cork and leather will cure. This changes the mold from an extremely flexible, dynamic mixture, to a less flexible mold that has taken on the contours of your foot.

Please be aware the initial mold is extremely fragile. Do not remove it from the shoe or touch it with anything other than your foot in the shoe. The new mold and your shoe will remain intact, until your orthotist removes it at the follow-up appointment for finishing.

Day One

Initial fitting. Your orthotist had you stand on the new Levy Mold in your shoes today. The shoes were removed and you wore your second pair of shoes home. Please do not remove the mold from the shoe, it is very fragile at this time.

Day Two-Day Seven

Wear your shoes with the Levy Molds for two hours ONLY each day.

This time must be weight bearing time. Walking or standing is fine. If you have been given felt to cover callused areas, please make sure that it is applied each day to the affected area.

Day Eight

Follow-up visit with your orthotist. Today the mold will be perfected. Any additional support required will be added. Finally, a soft top cover will be applied to protect your feet and add to your comfort.

Caring for Your Molds

Your new molds can now be moved from shoe to shoe. Make sure there is enough room in alternate shoes for the mold and your foot. Check toes each day for any signs of redness or pressure. If your alternative shoes do not fit with the molds, do not wear those shoes. Do not leave these new molds in direct sunlight or a hot vehicle. If you have any areas of redness that do not disappear in a half hour, call your orthotist as soon as possible.

Foot Care Everyday

• 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.
• 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.
• Wear comfortable shoes. Thong sandals, open-toed shoes, pointed shoes and high heels are not for you. Make sure you slowly "break in" a new pair of shoes before wearing them all day.
• Wear well-fitting stockings or socks. Try to avoid seams or garments that are to tight.
• Examine the inside of your shoes before you put them on. Check for foreign objects, nails, or torn linings - anything that may cause irritation.

Important Things to Remember

Always...

• Tell your doctor about any foot problems.
• Keep your regularly scheduled appointments with your podiatrist.
• Avoid extremes of temperatures - diminished feeling in feet can lead to burns.
• Keep you toenails trimmed straight across.

Never...

• Walk barefoot. A tiny cut can lead to serious consequences.
• Cut corns or calluses or use chemical agents for their removal.