Clinical efficacy and cost-effectiveness of bespoke compared with over-the-counter foot orthoses for plantar heel pain
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Presentation topic A total of 67 patients with plantar heel pain were recruited for this study; if, following initial assessment, foot orthoses were indicated patients were randomised to receive either bespoke orthoses or pre-fabricated semi-rigid orthoses (Powerstep). Clinical efficacy was assessed at 4 and 8 weeks using the Manchester foot pain and disability questionnaire and cost-effectiveness was determined by analysing the material, manufacture and labour costs.
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