Credit Hours
1 Business Credits
Learning Objectives
- Describe best practices for therapeutic shoe fitting based on guidance from the International Working Group on the Diabetic Foot
- Demonstrate techniques for accurately determining appropriate shoe length and width to optimize fit, comfort, and aesthetics
Course Description
A Practical Approach to Shoe Fit and Aesthetics (AM2026-TW18)Provide practical ways to implement best shoe fitting practices as determined by the International Working Group of the Diabetic Foot. Demonstrate for practitioners how quick and easy it can be to fit patients in shoes that fit properly and that they want to wear. Present an effective way to determine the correct shoe length and width to demonstrate comfort while addressing aesthetic concerns.
It's well understood that therapeutic footwear is part of the standard of care for keeping diabetic foot ulceration "in remission". Unfortunately, people at risk commonly fail to protect themselves and as a consequence, too frequently incur ulceration, infection, amputation, and death. Barriers to utilization include inadequate health literacy, insurance coverage, and aesthetic concerns, amongst others. This workshop will demonstrate key points for both shoe prescribers and fitters to communicate to patients. Also, a technique to effectively and efficiently select shoes that demonstrates how comfortable they can fit and how good they can look.
Event Presenter(s)
Presenter Name(s)
• Josh White, DPM - Orthofeet Inc.
DISCLAIMER
The user acknowledges that the workshops, handouts, and related course materials contained therein are intended for educational purposes only, and should not be considered to be legal advice or a substitute for legal or clinical consultation. These presentations address issues that are multi-faceted, and the user should not assume that the courses discuss every law, regulation, or ethical code that may be relevant to the subject matter. Legal and ethical standards are subject to change and it is always prudent to check to see whether a particular law, regulation, or ethical standard may have changed.
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