Custom foot orthosis offloading for the management of a plantar pressure foot ulcer

Abstract

Chronic ulcers carry a high rate of failure to heal. Pressure ulcers are classified as wounds primarily caused by pressure. Foot ulcers typically present with heavy callus formation in response to excessive pressure, hindering the healing process. Apart from wound management, which includes wound dressing and mechanical debridement, eliminating the causative factors is crucial for optimal wound healing. The healing of plantar pressure foot ulcers can be especially stubborn when not adequately offloaded. Amongst various forms of offloading, this case report focuses on using a custom foot orthosis for offloading a plantar pressure foot ulcer.