Addressing developmental challenges such as cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, and other motor impairments is crucial for ensuring that children can live active, fulfilling lives. Orthotic devices, such as AFOs (Ankle-Foot Orthoses) and KAFOs (Knee-Ankle-Foot Orthoses), are integral in managing ...
Orthotics in Pediatric Care: Developmental Challenges Like Muscular Dystrophy
Advancing Orthotic Knowledge: Answering Physician Queries
As we collaborate with physicians on the best ways to treat their patients suffering from lower extremity injuries or conditions, we often encounter their thought-provoking questions. In a healthcare environment characterized by constant evolution, physicians seek insights about the benefits and ...
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Pediatric Orthoses: A Guide to Treating Children
Determining whether an adult patient would benefit from an orthotic device can sometimes be tricky. Considerations such as the extent of the injury or condition, the patient's weight, pain intensity, level of mobility needed, and other goals can complicate physicians' treatment plans.
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How Does Pediatric Orthotic Bracing Help Children with Cerebral Palsy?
Earlier in 2021, our blog titled "A Complete Guide to Pediatric Orthotic Bracing" provided answers to frequently asked questions about pediatric orthotics and discussed options available to treat children with conditions like Blount’s Disease, Rickets, and Bow Leg.
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Pediatric KAFO Offers Non-Surgical Treatment for Blount’s Disease
Blount's disease, also known as tibia vara, is a rare growth disorder that affects children, causing the legs to bow outward just below the knees. A small amount of bowing is normal in young infants. However, their legs usually straighten out as they begin to walk.
A Complete Guide to Pediatric Orthotic Bracing
In this article, we provide answers to frequently asked questions about pediatric orthotics and share insight on the options available to treat conditions like Blount’s Disease, Rickets and Bow Leg. Two products we highlight are the pediatric custom KAFO and the pediatric PRAFO.
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Orthotist Preferred. The Child Friendly Solution to Treating Blount's Disease
Blount’s disease is a rare, early childhood developmental disorder affecting less than 1% of the population in the United States. Although the exact cause is unknown, research suggests it’s occurrence is correlated to childhood obesity which continues to increase at alarming levels, low levels of ...
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