Orthotics
Ankle & Foot Orthosis
Foot and ankle braces are frequently used to provide support for various issues related to alignment, nerve damage, or neurological conditions.
They serve the purpose of promoting stability, enhancing walking ability, and ensuring mobility.
Braces can range from simple designs that immobilize the ankle to facilitate healing after a sprain, to more intricate solutions tailored to address weakness or misalignment in the ankle caused by conditions like stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, or cerebral palsy.
Knee Orthosis
This product is specifically created to relieve the burden on areas affected by osteoarthritis and to support the stability of the knee joint after ligament injury, postoperative reconstruction, and meniscus damage.
It also serves as a preventive measure for protecting the knee joint.
Hip Orthosis
A hip orthosis consists of a hip/pelvic girdle, thigh cuff, and hip joint. The joints are typically adjustable, enabling a certain range of movement.
By aligning the head of the femur in the hip socket, this setup facilitates the healing process of ligaments, bones, and surrounding muscles.
At Wisconsin Orthotics & Prosthetics Center your orthotist, working closely with your orthopedic surgeon, will carefully select and customize the most suitable hip brace to meet your specific requirements.
Spinal Orthosis
Neck braces and back braces are types of spinal orthoses that are designed to provide support and stability for various areas of the body, ranging from the jaw to the lower back.
These orthoses are commonly used in a variety of situations, such as after surgery to aid in the healing process and ensure safety, for treating chronic conditions like arthritis, or even for addressing injuries like whiplash.
Their purpose is to promote proper healing, alleviate discomfort, and provide the necessary support for individuals in need.
Upper Limb
We offer a variety of braces and supports for the shoulder, arm, elbow, wrist, and hand that can be used for a range of needs, from ongoing stability to post-operative or post-injury immobilization.
Chest & Head Orthosis
Chest orthoses have the ability to fix the irregular shaping of the ribs' costal cartilage, also known as pectus carinatum.
This issue typically occurs in boys as they go through puberty and may sometimes be accompanied by other spinal abnormalities such as kyphosis and scoliosis.
Pectus orthoses are specifically designed to exert a steady and gentle pressure on the abnormal bone growth.
Over time, this pressure helps halt the cartilage's growth. When combined with appropriate stretching and exercise routines, these orthoses can prove to be remarkably effective in treating this condition.
