You may want to find out abit more about orthotics and prosthetics and how it can assist you with your journey to healing after or during an injury. Take a look at some of questions and answers below.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Orthotics is a medical specialty that focuses on the design and application of orthoses. An orthosis is "an externally applied device used to influence the structural and functional characteristics of the neuromuscular and skeletal system.
In medicine, a prosthesis or prosthetic is an artificial device that replaces a missing body part, which may be lost through trauma, disease, or a condition present at birth. Prostheses are intended to restore the normal functions of the missing body part.
Foot orthoses, commonly called orthotics, are specially designed shoe inserts that help support the feet and improve foot posture. People who have chronic foot or leg problems that interfere with the health and functioning of their feet may be prescribed orthoses.
