Is a rare bump on the chest actually helping American breaststrokers?
RIO DE JANEIRO — The old swimming adage is that breaststrokers are born, not made. … READ MORE
Wear and care
Take care of your brace and it will take care of you
How to prevent and treat blisters
Whether it’s because you started running more or just got a new pair of sandals, … 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
Finding a footwear-AFO fit for kids
Finding shoes that fit over ankle foot orthoses (AFOs) is a challenge for thousands … READ MORE
Kids, clothes and AFOs: Finding the right fit
When a child is required to wear ankle foot orthoses (AFOs), his or her clothes have … READ MORE
Pectus excavatum and Pectus carinatum: Associated conditions, family history, and post-operative patient satisfaction
Background. Pectus excavatum (PE) and pectus carinatum (PC) are the most common … READ MORE
Lil Soles Footwear children’s shoes in Calgary
Marc recommends Little Footprints and Lil Soles for ‘AFO friendly … READ MORE
Fee for the Braceworks® Pectus Brace in Alberta
The Calgary Protocol: bracing for Pectus carinatum. The Braceworks® Pectus … READ MORE
Mephisto Hawai women’s shoe
The Hawai casual oxford for women offers the features that customers have come to … READ MORE
17 tips for finding the right shoes for your child with special needs
The wrong pair of shoes can create a day of misery for anyone. When special needs … READ MORE
Why shoe shopping stresses me out
Buying Syona’s shoes is a challenge and Anchel shares why. I have a serious thing … READ MORE
Kamik Kids ‘Manatee’ Sport Sandal
Parents recommend Manatee Sport Sandal by Kamik® Kids for $39.99. Children’s … READ MORE
SmartKnit Seamless Socks
No rubbing on toes with SmartKnit XStatic-Toe. Accessorize your SMOs, AFOs, KAFOs … READ MORE
Growing pains – adapting orthotic devices to maturing patients
Accommodating growth without compromising fit and function is a challenge for … 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
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
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
A schedule for wearing your brace
Gradually increase the amount of time per day you wear your brace. Generally, it … 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
What are the best socks to wear with AFOs?
We include a pair of SmartKnit Seamless Socks with every new AFO, SMO, KAFO. … READ MORE
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