PEDO 1030 - Shoe Modifications

Credits: 3
Hours/Week: Lecture 2Lab 2
Course Description: This course covers the tools, equipment, and materials commonly used in pedorthic fabrication. The student will also be introduced to the biomechanical principles of the foot and ankle as they respond to external forces generated by shoe modifications. This hands-on laboratory experience focuses on modifying prescription orthopedic shoes.
MnTC Goals
None

Prerequisite(s): Assessment score placement in RDNG 0950  or above, or completion of RDNG 0900  with a grade of C or higher. PEDO 1020  or concurrent enrollment. MN Human Services background study with no restrictions will be required.
Corequisite(s): None
Recommendation: None

Major Content
1. Common Materials used in Pedorthic Fabrication

1. Thermo-plastic
2. Thermo-plastic cork
3. Cross-linked polyethylene foam (CL-PE)
4. Polyurethane foams
5. Carbon composites

2. Internal Modifications

1. elevations/lifts
2. pads
3. excavation techniques

3. External Modifications

1. rocker soles
2. elevations/lifts
3. flares and bolsters
4. bars and wedges
5. counter reinforcements

4. Inserted Sole Modification

1. solid ankle cushioned heel (SACH)
2. beveled heel
3. sole reinforcement
4. wedges

5. Systemic Modification

1. spreading of sole
2. re-last shoe

6. Upper Modification

1. bunion modification
2. stretching or reshaping
3. cosmetic modification
4. closures
5. counter modification

1. identify materials used in the pedorthic field.
2. fabricate internal modifications.
3. fabricate external modifications.
4. fabricate inserted sole modifications.
5. fabricate systemic modifications.
6. fabricate upper modifications.

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