Method for preparing an orthotic appliance

Details Method for preparing an orthotic appliance Method for preparing an orthotic appliance

1994-11-30

1997-11-18

Bryant, David P.

Metal working

Method of mechanical manufacture

With testing or indicating

29424, 29557, 12146M, B23Q 1700

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056874677

ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus for preparing an orthotic appliance to correct defects in a foot providing the steps of scanning a foot, creating a three-dimensional model of the corrected foot, milling a positive mold of the corrected foot, forming a uniformly thick orthotic material over the positive mold and milling out the bottom of the orthotic appliance. Also provided is a heel bisector for use in preparing an orthotic appliance.

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