Rehabilitation, treatment and orthotic management of stroke
The effective treatment and rehabilitation of stroke patients requires a … READ MORE
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Pectus carinatum causes, symptoms and treatment
The Calgary Protocol: bracing for Pectus carinatum. Braceworks UCSF Benioff … READ MORE
What you need to know about prehabilitation
Most of us know the value of rehabilitation following a surgery, such as a joint … READ MORE
To brace or not to brace? Bracing for neuromuscular conditions
There is no doubt about it: braces are a pain. Sometimes they are a literal pain, … READ MORE
9 things no one ever tells you about getting a knee replacement
After 20 years of pain and icing her knee nightly, Sue Minutaglio of Westchester NY, … READ MORE
Skin care issues related to orthotic device wear
Modern orthotic devices are designed to fit more intimately than in the past, a … READ MORE
Osteoarthritis prevalence and modifiable factors
The prevalence of hand, knee, or hip joint OA has increased from 21 million in 1995 … READ MORE
Arthritis of the knee: Ten exercises
Arthritis is a condition where the joints become swollen, hot, and often painful. … READ MORE
Showing your shoe smarts
Ladies, there is a reason certain grandmas wear the shoes they do: comfort. There … READ MORE
Knee pain and how orthotics can help
Improve Mobility. Stay Healthy. Many of us suffer from chronic pain in the knees, … READ MORE
Do orthotics for foot injuries really work?
As baby boomers age and continue to participate in sports, more and more are … READ MORE
Wait two weeks to shower following knee replacement surgery?
It may not be necessary for knee replacement patients to wait up to two weeks after … READ MORE
Caution, gradual transition are key to avoiding plantar fasciitis
For many people, the warmer weather offers motivation to get back outside and put … READ MORE
Patellofemoral syndrome treatment and management FAQs
Soft knee braces may be of benefit to patients with PFS. Bracing involves control of … READ MORE
Knee replacement FAQs
What causes OA? Factors that may lead to OA include: weight gain, advancing age and … READ MORE
Osteoarthritis of the knee FAQs
What causes OA? Factors that may lead to OA include: weight gain, advancing age and … READ MORE
What is Plantar fasciitis?
What is Plantar Fasciitis? Plantar fasciitis (say PLAN-ter-fash-ee-EYE-tis) is a … READ MORE
Scoliosis FAQs
What Is scoliosis? Scoliosis is a sideways (lateral) curve of the spine, usually … READ MORE
AFO wear and care FAQs
About your child’s new AFOs Your child should wear their Ankle-Foot Orthotics … READ MORE
I’m new to exercise – how do I get started?
It’s never too late to start keeping yourself fit. Your body is designed to move … READ MORE
Why is exercise important?
It’s important to keep your joints moving and your muscles strong – if you … READ MORE
How much exercise should I do and how often?
Little and often is generally a good approach to exercise. We should all aim to do … READ MORE
What sort of exercise is important?
You don’t need to join a gym or buy special equipment to exercise. The … READ MORE
Wear and care instructions for your brace
Children should wear their AFOs during the day, just as they would their shoes. … READ MORE
How can I tell when my child is outgrowing their AFO?
Early signs your child is outgrowing their AFO include complaints of pain or red … READ MORE
How do I apply and tighten my child’s brace?
Hold the foot at or beyond 90 degrees Place the foot firmly into the heel pocket of … READ MORE
Knee replacement surgery
Evoke™ knee brace highlights. OssKin If you’re thinking about having knee … READ MORE
Order the Braceworks® Pectus Brace
Rather than taking measurements by hand, clinicians may prefer a 3D scanner on an … READ MORE
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