A cross-sectional analysis of podiatrist-initiated review processes after issuing prescribed foot orthoses.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Foot orthoses are widely used in clinical practice to treat foot, lower limb and back pathology. As published information guiding the clinical use of foot orthoses is scarce, the aim of this study is to profile the review processes used by practicing podiatrists after issuing an orthotic device.

Methods

A cross-sectional observational study design formed the basis for a self-administered online questionnaire. The questionnaire was distributed through podiatry networks based in Australia.

Results

Two-hundred and thirty-eight practicing podiatrists participated in this study. Ninety-seven percent of respondents indicated that they would recommend a review appointment after the initial fitting of an orthotic device. Forty percent (n = 84) of respondents schedu

SUBMITTER: Donnan L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9621403 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature