It's also important to maintain a relatively consistent weight. Your orthosis was custom designed for your weight and dimensions, so extreme gain or loss may cause improper fit. You'll need to see us should this occur. Growing youngsters need to be checked at regular intervals to maintain proper fit or their orthotics.

Daily examination of skin in contact with the orthosis should become a habit. A new orthosis may cause some redness which should disappear within 15 minutes after removing the device. If redness does not disappear, make an appointment to have this inspected.

Diabetics and people with lessened sensation are especially vulnerable to skin irritation, particularly in bony areas such as the shin or on the bottoms of the feet. Extra care should be taken, and even minor skin irritations should be treated promptly.