An orthosis is an external joint support used to:
Our orthotic service is available by GP-referral for any patient who has been cared for at the centre.
We will undertake a full assessment to find the most achievable and appropriate orthosis for you.
We can make ankle-foot-ortosis, knee-ankle-foot-ortosis and upper limb orthosis, as well as braces and corsets to support the multitude of joints in the spinal column. Orthopaedic or bespoke footwear is sometimes necessary to prevent pressure ulcers in people with contractures, swelling and poor circulation of their feet.
For children with spinal cord injury, a supportive and preventative orthosis is used to enhance the postural alignment whilst seated and to enable standing to promote growth in normal alignment. This is to minimise, delay and prevent the onset of spinal deformity.
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