Exam 1

Question 1

Serves as a frame of reference for orthotic prescription:

Answer 1

sub-talar joint

Question 2

callous patterns:

Answer 2

• information for shear or compressive forces during st ance
• may indicate compensations for forefoot or rearfoot deformities
• may indicate inability of foot to compensate for structural deformities

Question 3

conditions compensated by abnormal pronation

Answer 3

• rearfoot varus
  -forefoot varus
  -ankle joint equinus
  -structural or functional leg length discrepancies
  acquired pes planus deformities from trauma or laxity
  -rotational malalignments

Question 4

conditions compensated by abnormal supination

Answer 4

• rearfoot valgus
• forefoot valgus
• plantarflexed first ray

Question 5

Goals of orthotics:

Answer 5

1. support or balance foot to eliminate need for foot to compensate
2. provide shock absorption3. redistribute pressures on plantar surface

Question 6

soft/flexible orthotic:

Answer 6

• provide cushioning
• improve shock absorption
• control malaligned foot

Question 7

semirigid

Answer 7

• some shock absorption

- mostly used to control malaligned foot

Question 8

rigid

Answer 8

primarily controls abnormal motion

Question 9

Factors important in orthotic prescription:

Answer 9

1. Diagnosis
2. Weight
3. Level of activity
4. Cost

Question 10

Studies have reported ___ improvement with use of orthotics

Answer 10

75%

Question 11

which type of orthotics reduce stress related fractures in military?

Answer 11

semirigid orthotics

Question 12

throat

Answer 12

determines maximum foot girth

Question 13

toe box

Answer 13

extra large toe box for hammer toes, claw toes

Question 14

shank

Answer 14

provides ridgidy to the midsection of shoe

Question 15

last

Answer 15

connects upper shoe to sole