Hip conditioning and exercise
This is a general conditioning program that provides a wide range of exercises. To … READ MORE
Devices
Foot and ankle conditioning program
This foot and ankle conditioning program should be continued for 4 to 6 weeks, … READ MORE
Changes in multi-segment foot biomechanics
Figure 1. The semi-custom mouldable Softec Response orthotic used in the current … READ MORE
AFO tuning: Balancing function and satisfaction
Tuning of ankle foot orthoses (AFOs) and AFO footwear combinations can significantly … READ MORE
Study confirms importance of exercise for knees
New research has added to the body of evidence in support of exercise for knee … READ MORE
Knee implant that helps osteoarthritis
“The clinical benefit of joint unloading is proven to reduce pain,” clinical … READ MORE
Pediatric Surgery Clinic, Alberta Children’s Hospital
The Calgary Protocol for bracing of Pectus carinatum was pioneered by Dr. David L. … READ MORE
Understanding orthotics and orthopaedic shoes
When what you don’t know can hurt you. If you have a prescription for custom-made … READ MORE
Dynamic compression for correction of pectus carinatum
We suggest that patients with pectus carinatum have a trial of compression therapy … READ MORE
Preliminary study of efficacy of dynamic compression system in the correction of typical pectus carinatum
Objectives This preliminary study evaluates, by qualitative score, the efficacy of … READ MORE
Factors affecting patient compliance with compressive brace therapy for pectus carinatum
Lightweight, self-adjustable compressive brace designed for the treatment of pectus … READ MORE
Does overgrowth of costal cartilage cause pectus carinatum?
A three-dimensional computed tomography evaluation of rib length and costal … READ MORE
Brace compression for treatment of Pectus carinatum
Background. Surgery has been the classical treatment of pectus carinatum (PC), … READ MORE
Effect of the compressive brace in pectus carinatum
BACKGROUND Patients with pectus carinatum complain of cosmetic problems because they … READ MORE
Evaluation of the treatment of pectus carinatum with compressive orthotic bracing using three dimensional body scans
3D model used to assess and measure severity of pectus deformity demonstrating … READ MORE
Immediate effects of foot orthoses on comfort and lower extremity kinematics, kinetics, and muscle activity
Jordan Siemens / Getty Images In order to accommodate patients to new foot orthoses … READ MORE
Effect of shoe inserts on kinematics during running
Jordan Siemens / Getty Images Author information: Human Performance Laboratory, … READ MORE
Iliotibial band syndrome and patellofemoral pain syndrome aren’t as simple as they seem
Once again, evidence shows that you can’t blame overuse injuries on seemingly … READ MORE
Close look at orthotics raises a welter of doubts
Orthotic shoe inserts may work, but it’s not clear why. Benno M. Nigg has become a … READ MORE
Some answers about foot orthotics
It’s one of those mysteries that has baffled runners and running doctors for … READ MORE
Changes to gait with foot orthotic use in a pronated population
Are the kinetic and kinematic changes to gait caused by foot orthotic use in a … READ MORE
Pain management in post total knee replacement
Osteoarthritis, OA affects approximately one in 10 individuals and is equally … READ MORE
Surgeons unlock secret to treating pigeon chest
Mackenzie Cave, a bright 17-year-old who loves sports and science, developed a bony … READ MORE
The etiology of pectus carinatum involves overgrowth of costal cartilage and undergrowth of ribs
Fig. 3. Measurement of the full length of the rib. A. Three-dimensional volume … READ MORE
Helmet therapy for infant positional skull deformation ‘should be discouraged’
New research published in the BMJ suggests that for positional skull deformation in … READ MORE
Order the Braceworks® Pectus Brace
Rather than taking measurements by hand, clinicians may prefer a 3D scanner on an … READ MORE
Functional electrical stimulation, FES, in children and adolescents with cerebral palsy
Functional electrical stimulation (FES) is defined as the electrical stimulation of … READ MORE
Effectiveness of a foot drop stimulator in children and adolescents with cerebral palsy
Aim Ankle foot orthoses are the standard of care for foot drop in cerebral palsy … READ MORE
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