Therapeutic Shoe Fitter Test Content Outline

Implementation of the Treatment Plan — 23%

• Communicate with patient and/or caregiver regarding potential risks/benefits, financial obligations and time involved in providing therapeutic shoes/inserts
• Select appropriate shoe based on patient assessment and prescription (e.g., last, closure, toe box, style)
• Select appropriate insert based on patient assessment and prescription (e.g., materials, coverings, adjustability)
• Take required measurements for therapeutic shoes and inserts
• Fit therapeutic shoes/heat mold inserts and assess fit and function (e.g., adjust fit of shoes as needed, modify insert as needed)
• Determine patient’s ability to properly don, doff and fasten shoes
• Educate patient and/or caregiver about the use of and maintenance of the therapeutic shoes and inserts (e.g., wearing schedules, hygiene, foot inspection, inspection, and risk precautions, manufacturer’s warranty)
• Verify that therapeutic shoes and inserts are delivered as prescribed
• Document treatment using established recordkeeping techniques