Last Updated : February 18, 2022
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FilesProject Status:
Completed
Project Line:
Health Technology Review
Project Sub Line:
Rapid Review
Project Number:
RC1410-000
Question
- What is the clinical effectiveness of custom-made foot orthotics for the treatment of people with lower limb conditions?
- What is the cost-effectiveness of custom-made foot orthotics for the treatment of people with lower limb conditions?
- What are the evidence-based guidelines regarding the use of custom-made foot orthotics for the treatment of people with lower limb conditions?
Key Message
There were no statistically significant differences between custom-made foot orthotics and prefabricated foot orthotics for plantar heal pain in adults.
There is limited evidence for short-term pain relief and improved quality of life with custom-made orthotics compared to placebo or no intervention in adults with plantar fasciitis.
Custom-made foot orthotics are less cost-effective than other interventions (placebo, prefabricated orthotics, usual care) in the short and medium term.
Two evidence-based guidelines recommended the use of custom-made foot orthotics in patients with diabetes for prevention and treatment of foot ulceration.
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Last Updated : February 18, 2022