ABC Certified Pedorthist (C-PED) Practice Exam

When ordering custom shoes, you want to give the shoe maker a complete picture of the patient’s foot and how it works. Static measurements tell you the exact size, width, arch height, and overall dimensions needed for a proper fit. A foot mold or impression provides a true physical shape of the foot, capturing contours, deformities, and heel shape that a tape measure alone can’t convey. Notes about gait add the dynamic piece: how the foot moves, where it bears load, and where pressure points or movement abnormalities occur during walking. This dynamic information guides decisions on sole stiffness, heel height, alignment, and any necessary accommodations or orthotics. Together, measurements, a mold, and gait notes give the most accurate, functional customization on the first try, reducing the need for remakes. That’s why providing all of the above is best.