Pedorthics

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This textbook on pedorthics comprehensively addresses foot disorders, orthoses, and footwear, essential for effective pedorthic care. It covers medical fundamentals of relevant diseases and the individual fabrication of lower limb orthotics, featuring a clear structure and over 1000 color illustrations, making it an invaluable resource for training and practice. The multidisciplinary approach integrates a concise overview of foot diseases with treatment strategies and the planning and implementation of pedorthic devices, including foot orthoses, ankle-foot orthoses, and orthotic footwear. Additionally, it includes chapters on posture and movement analysis, biomechanics, physiotherapy, orthopedic surgical interventions, and compression treatment. A dedicated chapter focuses on the comprehensive therapy for the diabetic foot. This resource is beneficial not only for practitioners and apprentices but also for anyone involved in prescribing orthopedic aids or addressing pedorthic foot care issues. It serves as an ideal reference, providing essential information on diseases, medical treatment strategies, and pedorthic care in a concentrated format.