Orthotic Therapy
How do I get used to the Orthotic Devices?
Susan Sandall will instruct you to wear the devices slowly increasing wear time each day. Written advice, provided by Rx Laboratories, is also given with each pair.. All Orthotic devices made by RX Laboratories are CE marked i.e. EEC Conformity Declaration for Medical products.
Susan will wish to see you four weeks from the issue date. However if any problems occur in the meantime you are encouraged to ring and discuss the problem and may be asked to make an appointment sooner.
It is advisable to remember that if you have had symptoms over a number of years it may take more than a few weeks to resolve.
Will my Orthotic Devices wear out?
It is an impossible task to estimate how long orthotics devices will last. Most devices last ten to fifteen years; some a lifetime! Different devices have different life expectancy. This can be discussed with your Podiatrist, Susan Sandall. The Laboratory offers warranty periods on parts of Orthotic devices.
You will need to have the devices refurbished from time to time. Top covers do slip and the devices will need recovering in that case. Heel posts wear and deform and will need replacement. Drop them into the clinic marked with name and address, they will be sent to the Laboratory and sent back to you at home. This is a relatively inexpensive repair.
Should there be a change in your symptoms and or a marked change in life style or sport then it will be advisable to make a review half hour appointment with the Susan Sandall to make sure alterations are not required.
Regular visits to your optician are recommended to test your eye sight and to make sure your lens prescription is right Similarly it is a good idea to see if orthotic prescription is still relevant for you. Some times feet do change and a new device may have to be made.
With Care most devices will last a long time.
Are there any problems with wearing Orthotic devices?
Please keep them away from dogs as they love to chew them!
Please don't climb ladders in them or dig, both put undue pressure onto the devices and may crack them.
Please do not wear them in Wellington boots.
There are many substitutes sold for Orthotics, in good shops selling sports equipment or in Pharmacies. It is worth remembering that they are indeed substitutes. They are not functional prescriptive medical devices made for your unique foot by a specialist in their field, aiming to provide you with ultimate comfort and control.