| How Do I Know if My Orthotics Need To Be Replaced? |
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Sometimes it is difficult to determine when custom orthotic devices need to be replaced. Here are a few simple ways to determine it its time.
-That pain you had reduced or cured with the device has made a comeback – I can’t think of a better reason to get your feet and devices checked
- Your device is held together with gorilla glue and cardboard – those home modifications just don’t do the trick
| - If your orthotics wobble, you may fall down - motion in devices that wasn’t there before can lead to foot pain and instability
- The top cover is thinner than you remember – with time all materials will flatten and wear, if your top cover is paper thin or looks like a piece of foam Swiss cheese get it replaced.
- Cracks do not give character – cracks in the shell of the device can occur with prolonged use, glue is NOT the answer
| - Added modifications are lost, loose or not providing the control or pressure relief they used too – just like top covers, modifications can flatten with time, and they can loosen or get lost
These are just a few subtle reminders of when you need to have your devices replaced. Obviously other problems occur. While most devices last for several years, most insurance companies replace a device yearly if problems with the device are noted, so don’t hesitate and stop by for an evaluation. |
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InMotion Foot & Ankle Specialists Dr. Bruce Werber 10900 N. Scottsdale Road Suite 604 Scottsdale, AZ 85254 480-948-2111 www.InMotionFootandAnkle.com inmotionfootandankle@gmail.com
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