Our highly experienced, HPC registered, Orthotists have an extensive knowledge in all types of orthoses for adults and children and will undertake a full biomechanical evaluation to enable them to provide the correct orthosis to meet the patents needs.
Orthotic intervention is part of the treatment for a number of conditions although in our experience the devices are primarily used in the treatment of cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, nerve damage and stroke.
Examples of some of the devices prescribed are :-
Ankle Foot Orthoses (AFO)
AFO’s are worn by many children and adults with cerebral palsy to maintain the foot in an optimal position to provide a stable base that facilitates good mobility or in some cases to control or prevent contractures. These devices are also used by adults as part of their rehabilitation from stroke and for drop foot caused by other conditions such as nerve damage or multiple sclerosis. During the appointment to fit and supply the device it will be fine tuned within the footwear to achieve the maximum control. For more technical information on AFO's click here
Dynamic Ankle Foot Orthoses (DAFO)
DAFO's employs design concepts that differ significantly from those of conventional orthoses. DAFO’s are flexible and fit more intimately against the contours of the foot. The flexible wrap-around design holds the brace securely around the foot and ankle thereby providing maximum control and comfort. A range of styles provide various levels of flexibility in different areas of the brace. For example, the Orthotist can choose a design which allows specific muscle groups that are well controlled by the patient to remain active, while giving an appropriate level of control or support to the muscles that require assistance. For more technical information on DFO's click here
Funtional Foot Orthoses
A Functional Foot Orthosis (FFO) offers corrective forces to the mid and forefoot while maintaining the calcanium in a neutral position. FFO’s are manufactured from a wide range of materials and can offer maximum mechanical effect from minimum orthotic intervention. For more technical information on FFO's click here
Knee Ankle Foot Orthoses (KAFO)
A Knee Ankle Foot Orthosis (KAFO) sometimes also known as a caliper is designed to control the knee and ankle joints when deformity and/or instability are present. For more technical information on KAFO's click here
Spinal Braces
A spinal brace will either be a rigid plastic brace, restricting movement completely in one or all areas of the spine, or a soft brace which simply adds extra support and can help to reduce pain in an affected area. Spinal braces are made in different sizes and designs depending on the area of the spine requiring treatment. For more technical information on Spinal Braces click here
Wrist and Hand Orthoses (WHO)
A Wrist and Hand Orthosis (WHO) begins at the fingers, crosses the wrist, and terminates on the distal portion of the forearm. A WHO is used to immobilize the wrist, fingers and thumb and to maintain a neutral position. For more technical information on WHO's click here
Protective Helmet
Relief Orthotics Protective Helmets has been designed and developed to give defence against mild to moderate blows to the head. Constructed in medium plastazote with the additional option for 3mm rigid polypropylene outer shell to further increase protection. For more technical information on Protective Helmets click here
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