IN-OFFICE ADJUSTING
Your lab is always doing their best for you, just as you are doing your best for your patients. Sometimes, with custom devices like orthotics and AFOs, situations arise where the patient has a complaint which can be resolved with a simple adjustment, such as raising or lowering the arch by a small increment. Naturally, it is always an option to return the device to your lab with specific instructions for how to adjust it so the patient can tolerate the correction. However, in some cases where time is a factor, or if you enjoy doing a little work with your hands, there is an opportunity to impress your patient with above and beyond service by performing a simple in-office adjustment. Watch the videos below to learn some simple techniques for adjusting orthotics and AFO's yourself. Please understand that modified KLM products lose there standard warranty. You can read more about KLM's standard warranty here.
In-Office Orthotic Adjustments
1) Polypropylene devices
Dr. Richie discusses and demonstrates methods and techniques for adjusting polypropylene orthotics in the office. Brought to you by KLM Labs.
2) Graphite Devices
Dr. Richie discusses and demonstrates methods and techniques for adjusting graphite devices in the office. Brought to you by KLM Labs.
3) Adjusting Heel Cups
Dr. Richie discusses and demonstrates methods and techniques for adjusting heel cups in the office. Brought to you by KLM Labs.
4) Patient Communication
Dr. Richie discusses techniques for communicating with patients while adjusting orthotics for better fit, function, and patient satisfaction. Brought to you by KLM Labs.
5) In-Office Orthotic Adjustments Conclusion
Dr. Richie concludes the important points of adjusting custom foot orthoses in the office. Brought to you by KLM Labs.
In-Office Richie Brace Adjustments
1) The Medial Malleolus and Adding Padding
Dr. Richie addresses another common issue, namely rubbing or irritation at the medial malleolus, and how adding padding can correct this issue and make the brace tolerable for the patient.
2) In-Office Spot Heating
Dr. Richie explains and demonstrates adjusting a Richie Brace by spot heating it in the office.