Which orthotic intervention is MOST appropriate to reduce forefoot pressure when there is limited first MTP joint extension?

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Which orthotic intervention is MOST appropriate to reduce forefoot pressure when there is limited first MTP joint extension?

Explanation:
When the first MTP joint can’t dorsiflex enough, the forefoot, especially under the first metatarsal head, bears more load during stance. A metatarsal bar placed just behind the metatarsal heads creates a small shelf that shifts load toward the midfoot and hindfoot. This redistributes plantar pressure away from the forefoot, directly reducing pressure where it tends to be highest when extension is limited. Other options address arch height or foot alignment but don’t target the forefoot offloading under the metatarsal heads as effectively.

When the first MTP joint can’t dorsiflex enough, the forefoot, especially under the first metatarsal head, bears more load during stance. A metatarsal bar placed just behind the metatarsal heads creates a small shelf that shifts load toward the midfoot and hindfoot. This redistributes plantar pressure away from the forefoot, directly reducing pressure where it tends to be highest when extension is limited. Other options address arch height or foot alignment but don’t target the forefoot offloading under the metatarsal heads as effectively.

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