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Why is the front of the orthosis thicker on the Metatarsalgia device?

April 26, 2017device metatarsalgia orthosis thicker

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Why is the front of the orthosis thicker on the Metatarsalgia device?

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We leave the front edge of the orthosis thick in order to transfer force off of the metatarsal heads and onto the metatarsal necks. This acts like an intrinsic metatarsal bar. If it causes irritation it can easily be beveled.