Orthotic insert and method of manufacture thereof

摘要

An orthotic insert (1) having a first (2) and second portion (3), the second portion being formed of a material of higher resistance to deformation than the first portion, wherein the insert is heat mouldable to conform to a patient's foot. The first portion, which forms the main body of the insert provides support for the fore foot, while the second portion is substantially U or J-shaped and extends around the heel region and into the arch region of the patient's foot. Preferably both portions are formed from heat mouldable ethyl vinyl acetate.