Positive results for pediatric patient with idiopathic toe walking
A multidisciplinary approach offered benefits for a pediatric patient who had … READ MORE
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Carbon fiber AFO-SMO orthoses improved gait in patient with cerebral palsy
The use of a carbon fiber ankle-foot orthosis with supramalleolar orthosis inner … READ MORE
Treating pediatric toe walking – is it idiopathic?
Pediatric toe walking is not necessarily idiopathic and can be the result of an … READ MORE
Walking barefoot on gravel improves gait for children with idiopathic toe walking
Walking barefoot on a gravel surface significantly improved gait in children with … READ MORE
High heels: Elevating the discussion
The biomechanical implications of high-heeled shoes are well known, and now dramatic … READ MORE
Older adults who exercise regularly can reduce risk of severe mobility problems
Nearly one in four adults aged 65 and older has trouble walking or climbing … READ MORE
FES showed no benefits in patients with isolated foot drop
Patients with hemiplegia who used a functional electrical stimulation device for … READ MORE
AFO users must rethink concept of ‘normal’ gait
Ankle foot orthoses can make a neuromuscular patient’s gait pattern more like that … READ MORE
Stroke rehabilitation program for adults and seniors: AFOs
Support and stability for people with drop foot due to stroke. Braceworks welcomes … READ MORE
Improving foot posture, balance in CMT may aid ankle stability
Early care advised for FAI prevention. “…ankle sprains in children with CMT … READ MORE
Biomechanics of propulsion: Implications for AFOs
For many patients, the ability of an ankle foot orthosis to enhance propulsion is … READ MORE
Equinus: Its surprising role in foot pathologies
Treatment for equinus should be aimed at increasing ankle joint dorsiflexion to … READ MORE
Internet-connected brace designed to help seniors avoid falls
Clinicians and patients can view progress easily, using an app or a web dashboard, … READ MORE
Orthotic devices boost balance over time in children with CP
Balance improves over time in children with cerebral palsy, CP, who switch from a … READ MORE
Toe walking treatment and management
The management of toe walking is controversial — the natural history is poorly … READ MORE
Vibram Furoshiki shoes wrap around your feet
Ditching shoelaces, velcros, and those new-fangled self-lacing robotic … READ MORE
Globotec Junior heel cup
Nestle young feet gently to improve balance, biomechanics and gait. Designed to … READ MORE
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