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Do more with less... Visit us tomorow at the APOD

Do more with less...
Visit us tomorow at the APODA conference Sydney and see how your iPhone can be used in clinical practice.
Health professionals can scan, prescribe and order orthotics using the iPhone.
Watch the DOLA iPhone scanning guide for more information.
https://youtu.be/6H2KO_6MKL4
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See the DOLA Patient Ready Orthotics range at the

See the DOLA Patient Ready Orthotics range at the APODA Sydney Conference this week.
Patient Specific Styles
Ready to fit in-clinic
Orthotics for Health Professionals Only
A collection of 9 popular and proven prescriptions, to help the patients that walk into your clinic everyday.
Styles include: Pronation, Supination, Neutral, Propulsion, Medial, Lateral, Rearfoot, Forefoot & Sensitive
Order online using the DOLA store or use the order form for delivery direct to your clinic.
Download order form:
https://dolaorthotics.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/DOLA-Patient-Ready-Orthotics-Order-Form.pdf
For more information visit:
https://dolaorthotics.com/patient-ready/
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Student Question: MTJ NWB assessment, what and wh

Student Question: MTJ NWB assessment, what and why?
NWB assessment of the midtarsal joint is a popular open kinetic chain patient assessment.
The midtarsal joint is formed by the calcaneocuboid and talonavicular articulations and allows movement of the foot in open kinetic chain in the frontal, sagittal and transverse planes.
These combinations of planar movements include dorsiflexion / plantar flexion, inversion / eversion and abduction / adduction.
NWB examination of the MTJ involves:
Assessment of planal dominance with respect to the axis orientation, and relative movements in each of the 3 planes.
Range of motion assessment of available inversion/ eversion, dorsiflexion /plantarflexion and abduction/ adduction for signs of restriction or hypermobility.
Quality of motion assessment of the feel of the joint through its range of motion, presence of pain or crepitus , restriction or hypermobility; and assessment of end range feel.
Symmetry of motion assessment, bilateral comparison to identify any asymmetry of function.
Clinical tests:
-Supine allows good visualisation of MTJ movement and STJ position as this influences the relative stiffness of the MTJ.
NWB passive joint assessment results are combined with many other assessments including history, observation, palpation, active joint & muscle assessment and functional tests including balance / proprioception, forefoot stability test and gait observation as the MTJ plays an important role from adaption to loading to propulsion.
Management options are dependent on symptoms, pathological forces and treatment directed testing.
And may include: Physical therapies, footwear choice, prefabricated or custom orthotics.
Video link: https://youtu.be/Ftw-QZ2_fh0
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DOLA Orthotics Behind the Design Series: Medial Fl

DOLA Orthotics Behind the Design Series: Medial Flare 5%
This client needed a custom polypropylene orthotic to support the weightbearing morphology or shape of the foot.
They selected medial flare in the shell shape options on the DOLA Custom Prescription form.
A flare is an increase in the width of the waist or mid section of the orthotic.
The standard orthotic waist dimension is determined by a straight line from the heel cup width to the anterior shell width as determined by prescription and the attributes of the cast / scan.
A 5% flare results in an increase in the waist of the orthotic by 5% compared to standard.
A 10% flare results in an increase in the waist of the orthotic by 10% compared to standard.
A 15% flare results in an increase in the waist of the orthotic by 15% compared to standard.
User defined can also be requested with the waist is designed to a prescribed width or to match a template.
Orthotip:
Customisation of the orthotic shell shape with a medial flare can be used to:
-follow the foot morphology
-increase the orthotic surface area
-provide ORF medial to the STJ axis (depending on axis orientation)
-support navicular drift
-support talonavicular bulge / deviation
Note: footwear fit can be an issue with a medial flare. Ensure the footwear can accommodate the orthotic shell shape prior to prescription.
For more information visit: www.dolaorthotics.com
DOLA Orthotics Custom Prescription Online Course available at: https://dolaorthotics.com/courses/dola-custom-prescription-education-course/
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The DOLA Pro range of orthotic blanks are designed

The DOLA Pro range of orthotic blanks are designed for you to make the orthotic your patient needs.
Add dorsal additions, plantar additions, plantar grinds, fit grinds , midlayers and your choice of top cover.
It's your patient, it's your prescription.
Think of the DOLA Pro like a pizza base. Just add the toppings you want for exactly what you want, everytime.
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Join DOLA orthotics at the 2022 APODA Sydney Confe

Join DOLA orthotics at the 2022 APODA Sydney Conference starting next weekend.
Find out why the future looks bright for your profession.
Check out the DOLA orthotics exhibit:
Custom Orthotics
DIY prefabricated orthotics and supplies
Patient Ready Orthotics
Open access Education and Training
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DOLA Pro Customisation In-focus: Paediatric Low co

DOLA Pro Customisation In-focus: Paediatric Low cost option
This client needed an orthotic to provide medial arch contour and mild lateral rearfoot orthotic reaction force for a supinated foot with symptomatic peroneal pathology during sport.
A prefabricated orthotic was selected after treatment directed testing with customisations made to provide the paediatric patient with a low cost option as continued growth is expected this year.
DOLA Poron arch pad and an intrinsic rearfoot valgus post grind were applied to a DOLA Pro full length orthotic.
Prescription
DOLA Pro full length medium
Rearfoot valgus intrinsic grind
Poron arch pad
Black durafit semi perforated top cover
The DOLA Pro comes fully reinforced out of the packed with a flat plantar surface. This allows you to complete rearfoot post grinds without the need for additional EVA reinforcement saving you time and getting your patients the orthotics they need faster.
This prescription can be easily done in clinic using the DOLA Pro full length orthotic. See our range of DIY videos on the DOLA Youtube channel.
DIY Videos
Poron Arch Pad
https://youtu.be/ibbcj5-xQPg
Rearfoot Valgus Intrinsic Grind
https://youtu.be/qd9zcgRytVk
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DOLA Custom Orthotic In-focus: Medial Flange Pol

DOLA Custom Orthotic In-focus: Medial Flange
Polypropylene shell
Vertical balance
EVA Forefoot varus Post (3 degree)
Minimum 10% arch fill
Standard MLA high point
Standard heel cup width and height
Wide shell width
Medial flange
4mm EVA heel raise (left)
Extrinsic rearfoot post (varus 4 degrees) Poron forefoot extension
2mm EVA top cover
Durafit forefoot extension
OrthoTip:
A flange is an increase in the height of the medial and/ or lateral border of the orthotic shell as it extends forward from the heel cup.
When both medial and lateral flanges are selected this style of orthotic is often called a UCBL and was described by the University of California Biomechanics Lab.
This style of orthotic is high bulk and has footwear fit implications which should be considered prior to prescription.
For back to school prescriptions, ensure the school shoes are wide and deep enough for flanges or UCBL before prescription.
If in doubt use the holidays to send the school shoes to the lab for perfect fitting.
For more resources visit:
www.dolaorthotics.com
Youtube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/user/DigitalOrthoticsAus
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/dolaortho/
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/DOLAOrtho
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Part 6: How to Copy an Orthotic: Intrinsic Design

Student Question: STJ NWB assessment, what and wh

Student Question: STJ NWB assessment, what and why?
Full video: https://youtu.be/oxKcQBN_uy8
Non weight bearing assessment of the subtalar joint is a popular open kinetic chain patient assessment.
The subtalar joint is formed by the 3 articulations of the talus and calcaneous and allows for triplanar movement of the foot in open kinetic chain in the frontal, sagittal and transverse planes.
Combinations of these planar movements are classified as pronation and supination.
NWB examination of the STJ involves:
Assessment of planal dominance with respect to the axis orientation, and relative movements in each of the 3 planes.
Range of motion assessment of available inversion and eversion of the calcaneous with comparison to normal values or the patients required values.
These values may differ for the patient to be pain free with optimal function. Results are assessed for signs of impingement, restriction or hypermobility.
Quality of motion assessment of the feel of the joint through its range of motion, presence of pain or crepitus , restriction or hypermobility; and assessment of end range feel.
Symmetry of motion assessment, bilateral comparison to identify any asymmetry of function.
NWB passive joint assessment results are combined with many other assessments including history, observation, palpation, active joint & muscle assessment and functional tests including balance / proprioception, coleman block test, MSRT, STJ axis and gait observation .
Management options are dependent on symptoms, pathological forces & treatment directed testing include:
Physical therapies, footwear choice, rehab exercises, prefabricated or custom orthotics.
Orthotic considerations:
-direction & amount of force to apply in relation to STJ axis orientation
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DOLA Orthotics Behind the Design Series: In-toeing

DOLA Orthotics Behind the Design Series: In-toeing Gaitplate
This client needed a custom orthotic to address a habitual In-toeing gait pattern.
Successful treatment directed testing with a flat polypropylene gaitplate occured prior to orthotic prescription.
They selected In-toeing gaitplate in the shell shape options on the DOLA Custom Prescription form.
An In-toeing gait plate extends the front edge of the orthotic shell past the 5th MPJ at an angle to finish behind the 1st.
The length of the gaitlpate is prescribed by the practitioner based on the angulation change required.
How to indicate gaitplate length required:
1) noted in the instructions section
2) marked on the cast or scan
3) marked on template
Orthotip:
A gaitplate is a noxious stimulus that acts to change a habitual pattern by making usual function or gait pattern feel uncomfortable.
Care must be taken in the appropriate prescription of this orthotic shell shape.
Treatment directed testing is advised prior to prescription.
For more information visit: www.dolaorthotics.com
DOLA Orthotics Custom Prescription Online Course available at:
https://dolaorthotics.com/courses/dola-custom-prescription-education-course/
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Orthotic Finishing: DOLA Custom Education & Traini

Orthotic Finishing: DOLA Custom Education & Training
Step 1 Finish the Top cover on the grinder: Using the appropriate speed and grinding wheel for the materials
With a grinder finish the lateral, posterior and medial orthotic shell borders
Step 2 Finish the orthotic shell by removing any glue marks from the orthotic shell or covering materials. A piece of EVA is a good way to remove glue from an orthotic shell.
Step 3 Finish the Orthotic shell on the buffing wheel by removing any scuff marks:
Using the appropriate speed and buffing wheel for the orthotic materials polish the lateral, posterior and medial orthotic shell borders leaving a clean finish.
Your orthotic is now ready for a final clean and dispense to your patient.
For more education and training visit:
https://dolaorthotics.com/education/
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CLINICAL TEST VIDEOS - 9 VIDEOS
NON WEIGHT BEARING ASSESSMENT
ANKLE JOINT
NON WEIGHT BEARING ASSESSMENT
SUBTALAR JOINT
NON WEIGHT BEARING ASSESSMENT
MIDTARSAL JOINT
NON WEIGHT BEARING ASSESSMENT
1ST METATARSOPHALANGEAL JOINT
FUNCTIONAL TEST
RCSP VS NCSP
FUNCTIONAL TEST
LUNGE TEST
FUNCTIONAL TEST
JACKS TEST
FUNCTIONAL TEST
STJ AXIS & MSRT
FUNCTIONAL TEST FOREFOOT TO
REARFOOT ASSESSMENT
DOLA PRO GRINDING CUSTOMISATIONS - 15 VIDEOS
DOLA PRO: REARFOOT VARUS POST
DOLA PRO: REARFOOT VALGUS POST
DOLA PRO: MEDIAL TAPER
DOLA PRO: LATERAL TAPER
DOLA PRO: MEDIAL PLANTAR GRIND
DOLA PRO: LATERAL PLANTAR GRIND
DOLA PRO: REARFOOT POST TAPER
DOLA PRO: REARFOOT THICKNESS REDUCTION
DOLA PRO: HEEL CUP HEIGHT REDUCTION
DOLA PRO: PLANTAR FASCIAL GROOVE
DOLA PRO: STYLOID ACCOMMODATION
DOLA PRO: METATARSAL HEAD ACCOMMODATION
DOLA PRO: DIVOT ACCOMMODATION
DOLA PRO: 1ST MET HEAD CUTOUT
DOLA PRO: FULL LENGTH TO 3/4 LENGTH
DOLA PRO TECH PLATE CUSTOMISATIONS - 4 VIDEOS
DOLA PRO: IN-TOEING GAITPLATE
DOLA PRO: OUT-TOEING GAITPLATE
DOLA PRO: TOE WALKER
DOLA PRO: MORTONS EXTENSION
DOLA PRO PORON ADDITIONS - 6 VIDEOS
DOLA PRO: METATARSAL DOME
DOLA PRO: METATARSAL BAR
DOLA PRO: MEDIAL ARCH PAD
DOLA PRO: LATERAL ARCH PAD
DOLA PRO: REVERSE MORTONS EXTENSION
DOLA PRO: CUBOID PAD
DOLA PRO EVA ADDITIONS - 5 VIDEOS
DOLA PRO: HEEL RAISE
DOLA PRO: REARFOOT VARUS WEDGE
DOLA PRO: REARFOOT VALGUS WEDGE
DOLA PRO: FOREFOOT VALGUS (DORSAL)
DOLA PRO: FOREFOOT VALGUS (PLANTAR)
DOLA PRO: FOREFOOT VARUS

common conditions pdf library

An overview of Common Conditions complete with Patient Presentations and Orthotic Considerations.

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