Who we help
Diabetes Mellitus
Diagnosis can range from simple to complex risk categories depending on co-morbidities. A key factor is losing sensation in the feet and being at risk of a diabetic foot ulcer forming.
How we can help
Clients can get complete confidence and utilise our range of shoes, orthotics and the fabrication of custom made footwear. We have clinicians trained in state of the art Inshoe Pressure Mapping and Offloading Technology for clients who want complete confidence that the footwear will reduce the re-ulceration of their feet.
Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Foot ulcers are a common risk for people with Diabetes. Regular checks are recommended.
How we can help
These clients are categorised as At-Risk and High Risk and are provided an experienced clinician to educate and help source beneficial and practical footwear and foot orthotics.
Charcot Arthropathy
A condition that is very harmful to an individuals mobility and stability. A client will be managed by a hospital team of Doctors, Podiatrists and Pedorthists
How we can help
These Clients when healed, are referred for custom made footwear for a changed foot shape. Clients can get complete confidence and utilise our range of shoes, orthotics and the fabrication of custom made footwear. We have clinicians trained in state of the art Inshoe Pressure Mapping and Offloading Technology for clients who want complete confidence that the footwear will reduce the re-ulceration of their feet.
Peripheral Neuropathy
A loss of sensation to the foot is a large reason why people damage their feet. A loss of protective sensation - i.e. the inability to detect pressure or temperature in the persons feet - result in an increased risk of unrealised injury.
How we can help
Clients can get complete confidence and utilise our range of shoes, orthotics and the fabrication of custom made footwear to ensure the footwear fits without pressure points becoming problems.
Charcot Marie Tooth
Loss of neuro-muscular function with a foot shape slowly deforming away from 'normal' are the major issues for people with CMT. CMT can effect people of all ages and activity levels. Providing suitable footwear for age and condition is very important.
CMT has a large range from mild to severe pathologies requiring a response. Weight bearing mobility is a key factor for anyone with CMT.
How we can help
Clients can have complete confidence and utilise our range of shoes, orthotics and the fabrication of custom made footwear to ensure the footwear fits without pressure points becoming problems
Chronic Ankle Instability
Previous ankle injuries from football, dancing, motorbike or from a stumble can affect ones pain in the ankle for decades.
How we can help
Even after surgical intervention an ankle can be problematic to people who want to stay mobile and active.
It's best if ankle bracing, if required is tried on and walked around in, under direct observation. Most times we will try a simple footwear modification to alleviate the constant pain before going into orthotics or ankle bracing.
Chronic Walking Instability
Previous ankle injuries from football, dancing, motorbike or from a stumble can affect ones pain in the ankle for decades.
How we can help
Most times we will try a simple footwear modification to alleviate the constant pain before going into orthotics or ankle bracing.
Fibromylagia
For people with this condition, pain can hit anywhere, at any intensity, at any time. Several studies show that people with fibromyalgia have more foot pain than other people, which often presents with painful nodules.
How we can help
Clients need to try different orthotic materials to see which woks best for them before they purchase foot orthotics and footwear. Utilizing our large range of material choice means clients can have confidence of good relief.
Cerebral Palsy
CP is categorised as developmental of posture control and movement due to abnormal muscle tone and function. So walking is a huge issue for many with CP. Normal footwear will tend to wear out very quickly.
How we can help
We always look to find improvements to client’s own footwear to make them last longer. In a majority of our clients we modify shoes or custom make footwear to get them a wearable shoe that they love to wear which helps them stay comfortable and keeps them mobile and active.
Achilles tendinopathy
We utilise a broad spectrum of treatment options to address the factors involved. The outcome should be to have pain-free walking and activity.
How we can help
Modifying a clients footwear is a good place to start and usually achieves positive results.
Bunions and toe shape abnormality
For many reasons peoples feet change shape from fitting normal commercial footwear, to not being able to achieve a correct fitting shoe.
How we can help
Clients can get complete confidence and utilise our range of shoes, orthotics and the fabrication of custom made footwear to ensure the footwear fits
Haglunds Deformity
Characterised by a bony prominence near the Achilles Insertion point, this area becomes very painful for anyone wearing commercial footwear.
If untreated, it can lead to further enlarged long term deformities.
How we can help
Modifying the client’s own footwear with shape changes and pressure area offloads is where we start. Good results are common
Leg Length Differences
LLD can be caused by birth, trauma, pathology or after surgical intervention.
How we can help
Accurate measurements of the buildup required are taken through gait mobility analysis by experts at BFS Pedorthics. Changes to your own shoes can be done to be disguised within the shoe itself.
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
A common injury for runners and a twice as likely to occur in female runners. Common in cyclists and tennis players.
How we can help
Controlling the motions of the ankle are vital to reduce tension and over extension.
Foot orthotics designed specifically for running, cycling, tennis shoes with different material ranges are available at BFS Pedorthics.
Clients need to try different orthotic materials to see which woks best for them before they purchase foot orthotics and footwear. Utilizing our large range of material choice means clients can have confidence of relief.
Perthes Disease
Occurring more commonly in boys the most common osteochondrosis affects the femoral head and the hip joint. Developmental issues for the femur are present and leg length differences need to be balanced.
How we can help
Accurate measurements of the buildup required are taken through gait mobility analysis by experts at BFS Pedorthics. Changes to your shoes are undertaken to be disguised within the shoe itself.
In Person
128 Logan Road, Woolloongabba
QLD 4102
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You can also book an appointment or request further information at:
brisbanefootwearservices@gmail.com