Foot Typing Method
OwnerDennis Shavelsoninventor
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Abstract
A method for classifying foot types by measuring the position of the Rearfoot Supinatory End Range of Motion, the Rearfoot Pronatory End Range of Motion, the Forefoot Supinatory End Range of Motion and the Forefoot Pronatory End Range of Motion, and classifying the foot based on the results of these measurements is disclosed. Once a human foot is classified and typed according to the disclosed method, a treatment plan can be customized for the specific foot type. The treatment can include the use of pre-orthotic pads and orthotic inserts which are customized according to a patient's specific foot type.
Claims17
A method for classifying foot types based on positional measurements of a human foot comprising the steps of:
- a) measuring a Rearfoot Supinatory End Range of Motion position in the foot;
- b) measuring a Rearfoot Pronatory End Range of Motion position in the foot;
- c) measuring a Forefoot Supinatory End Range of Motion position in the foot;
- d) measuring a Forefoot Pronatory End Range of Motion position in the foot;
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- e) classifying the foot as a distinct foot type based on the results of steps a) through d).
A method of treating podiatric conditions in a human patient comprising the steps of:
- a. measuring a Rearfoot Supinatory End Range of Motion position in a human foot;
- b) measuring a Rearfoot Pronatory End Range of Motion in the foot;
- c) measuring a Forefoot Supinatory End Range of Motion position in the foot;
- d) measuring a Forefoot Pronatory End Range of Motion position in the foot;
- e) classifying the foot into a distinct foot type based on the results of steps a) through d);
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- f) treating the patient according to the patient's distinct foot type.
An orthotic insert comprising a body having an upper surface shaped to engage a plantar surface of a foot, wherein the insert is customized according to a patients' foot type, said foot type being determined by:
- a. measuring a Rearfoot Supinatory End Range of Motion position in the foot;
- b. measuring a Rearfoot Pronatory End Range of Motion position in the foot;
- c. measuring a Forefoot Supinatory End Range of Motion position in the foot;
- d. measuring a Forefoot Pronatory End Range of Motion position in the foot;
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- e. classifying the foot as a distinct foot type based on the results of steps a) through d).
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