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Orthotics for Heavy People

Posted on June 7, 2006June 8, 2006 by Matt Behnke

In selecting an orthotic for an overweight/obese patient, a relatively rigid, controlling type of support is required to help counteract the high forces imposed on the lower extremities by heavier loads. There is also a critical need for long-term shock absorption to decrease excessive stress on the articular cartilage and slow the degenerative processes. Comfort is also a…

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