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2.
Do I know the evidence to support the features of footwear that are
suitable for an older person?
Self-assessed questions
1.
What are the main reasons for referring someone with diabetic
neuropathy for specialist therapeutic footwear?
2.
How would you assess the footwear it for someone with diabetic
neuropathy?
3.
Given the benefits of therapeutic footwear, what would you advise a
patient with diabetes to wear around the home?
4.
What are the important benefits of specialist therapeutic footwear
generally?
5.
What are the key features of safe footwear for the older person?
6.
What is the effect of wearing thick, soft-soled shoes in the elderly
person?
references
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