Hallux Valgus Orthosis: Wearing Methods, Side Effects and Contraindications

The correct wearing method of hallux valgus orthotics (90% of people wear them incorrectly)

1. Adaptation period: For the first time, wear for only 1-2 hours per day. If there is no redness, swelling, or pain, gradually increase to 4-6 hours per day. At night, the maximum time is 8 hours. Continuous wearing for 24 hours is prohibited.

2. Wearing standard: There is a slight pulling sensation, no bloating, and no whitening or numbness in the toes; Being too tight can compress blood vessels and tear the skin.

3. Matching requirements: Must be paired with wide toe, flat heeled soft soled shoes within 3cm. Long term wearing of pointed high heels will offset all corrective effects.

4. Maintenance: Replace medical silicone products within 3 months, clean them promptly after sweating, and avoid fungal infections.

Side effects and contraindicated populations

1. Risk of improper wearing: skin blisters, pressure sores, and poor blood circulation in the feet; Long term complete reliance on braces and lack of foot exercises can lead to muscle atrophy in the sole of the foot, and rapid rebound of deformities after discontinuation.

2. Prohibited/Cautious Users

Diabetes, lower limb vascular disease, foot perception retardation (easy to crush and fester);

Foot skin damage, athlete's foot, inflammation and redness period;

Pregnant women should use hard braces with caution when experiencing severe edema;

Patients with rheumatoid arthritis and severe osteoarthritis.