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Here, we provide resources dedicated to orthotic & prosthetic professionals and patients. Together, we improve lives for everyone.
ORTHOTIC & PROSTHETIC STUDY GUIDE
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Check out our helpful articles, posts, and study guides to help further your career.
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Gait Deviation Analysis
There are several great videos online regarding gait deviations. I would highly recommend watching these videos until you are able to recognize the slightest gait deviation. Below are several common deviations that should be well known and understood by any...
UCBL & Force Systems
The University of California Biomechanics Lab orthosis, better known as a UCBL orthosis has been commonly used to treat many disorders resulting from low tone. As of late I have been hearing much debate over the three point force systems at play. Many of these...
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Find Useful Tools, Tips, and Tricks Here To Help Make Your Job Easier.
TECHNICIANS
TAKE A LOOK AT OUR VIDEOS, ARTICLES AND TOOLS THAT WILL HELP MAKE YOUR FABRICATION PROCESS SMOOTHER
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PATIENTS
Get an idea of what you need before you see your practitioner.
Prosthetic Patients
Don’t go through limb loss alone. The Amputee Coalition of America has Certified Peer Visitors to listen to and support you.
How Do AFOs Work?
There are several types of ankle foot orthoses (AFOs). Some are prefabricated and some are custom fabricated, made just for you. Prefabricated AFO’s are...
Why Do I Need a Back Brace and What Does it Do?
Back braces can be bulky, hot, and are not the most cosmetically pleasing… so why do I have to wear it? No matter if you are wearing a back brace (CTLSO, TLSO, LSO, SO) because you injured your back...
Why the Heck do My Feet Hurt?
Why the Heck do My feet Hurt? Painful feet can ruin your entire day or hold you back from things you enjoy doing. The cause of painful achy feet can greatly vary. Two of the most common causes are...
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