Find Movement Again with Custom Orthotics!
Has persistent pain or a recent orthopedic injury limited your mobility? A custom brace or orthotics from Zenlife Physiotherapy & Wellness can provide extra support to your joints as you heal.
An orthotic is a medical device that supports and protects a particular area of your body. It’s an umbrella term that includes braces (such as knee braces) and splints (such as hand splints).
While you can purchase orthotic devices off the shelf, a custom-designed orthotics will provide more comfort and improve your overall function, as it will better fit with your unique biomechanics.
Request an appointment to learn whether you might benefit from a custom orthotics!
What Does an Orthotic Device Do?
The primary purpose of an orthotics is to align an impaired joint into a more functional position. This protects the joint, offering additional support and alleviating pressure.
Perhaps the most common use of an orthotic is after orthopedic surgery or injury. The device helps reduce pain as the affected joint heals. When paired with physical therapy techniques such as manual therapy or therapeutic exercise, an orthotic can serve an important role in rehabilitation.
Certain conditions can also benefit from bracing and orthotics, including cerebral palsy and Parkinson’s disease. In these cases, the device helps reduce the effect of muscle stiffness.
The Process of Crafting a Customized Orthotics
Our certified prosthetist/orthotist (CPO) will begin with a comprehensive assessment in which we evaluate your symptoms and condition and discuss your specific goals. We’ll also work with other members of your care team to ensure we meet all of your needs.
Next, we’ll take careful measurements so that the device will fit your unique body and goals. Some orthotics immobilize a joint; others allow for more mobility. We’ll create something that suits your needs.
When your device is ready, we’ll bring you in for a fitting, providing information on using your device correctly.
A customized orthotics can help reduce pain and improve mobility. Schedule an appointment at Zenlife Physiotherapy & Wellness’s Calgary, AB clinic to get started with an orthotic of your own!
Your Next Steps…
Request An Appointment
Receive A Custom Treatment Plan
Work Hard and Progress In Your Recovery
Recover & Enjoy Life Pain-Free!