CFts On Demand

Please watch the videos then take the quiz below each video.

Introduction

Learn how, and why, to become a Certified Fitter of Therapeutic Shoes.

Terminology

It is important to learn the terminology as it relates to feet to properly communicate with referring physicians when necessary and to identify the relationship between the anatomical structure of the foot and footwear.

Anatomy

It is important to be able to properly identify the bones, muscles, joints and tendons of the foot, as well as be familiar with common footwear components.

Diabetes

Understanding diabetes mellitus and its foot-related complications will assist the fitter to better serve patients.

Common Foot Pathologies

Understanding commonly encountered foot pathologies helps you provide the best care to your patients.

Material Science

Understanding materials used in footwear construction and orthotic fabrication allows the fitter to create and implement the most appropriate treatment plan.

Documentation

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) have specific documentation necessary prior to dispensing diabetic footwear.

Ethics

Certified Fitters are required to abide by the Code of Professional Responsibility (ABC's professional ethics outline) to maintain good standing.

Patient Evaluation

Medicare requires the fitter to perform an in-person, diagnosis specific, functional clinical assessment annually.

Foot Measurement and Shoe Fitting

Using proper foot measuring and shoe fitting techniques is critical to the success of a fitter's treatment plan.

Foot Assessment

Demonstration of basic patient foot exam.

Proper Shoe Fitting

Demonstration of proper foot measurement and shoe fitting technique.

Heat Molding

Demonstration of basic patient foot exam.

Foam Impressions

Demonstration of foot capture via foam impression.

Dispensing and Follow-up

Demonstration of proper dispensing procedure.

Advanced Patient Assessment

Demonstration of comprehensive patient foot assessment.