Orthotics, also known as orthology, is a medical specialty that focuses on the design and application of orthoses, sometimes known as braces, calipers, or splints. An orthosis is "an externally applied device used to influence the structural and...
Cognitive orthotics are software-based personal reminder systems for people with cognitive impairments, such as memory loss. Cognitive impairments can lead to challenges with independence skills, including activities of daily living. Those with...
Pet orthotics refers to the use of orthotics for pets. Orthotics is an allied health care field concerned with the design, development, fitting, and manufacture of orthoses. Orthoses, sometimes called braces or splints, are devices that support or...
A bunion, also known as hallux valgus, is an outward deformity of the foot's metatarsophalangeal joint which connects the big toe to the foot. The rear tarsometatarsal joint that holds the metatarsal bone in a straight-ahead position weakens, and...
A removable shoe insert, otherwise known as a foot orthosis, orthotic, insole or inner sole, accomplishes many purposes, including daily wear comfort, height enhancement, plantar fasciitis treatment, arch support, foot and joint pain relief from...
An orthotist is a healthcare professional who specializes in the provision of orthoses including braces and other orthotic devices. An orthotist has overall responsibly of orthotics treatment, and can supervise and mentor the practice of other...
Hanger, Inc. (formerly Hanger Orthopedic Group, Inc.) is a leading American provider of products and services that assist in enhancing or restoring the physical capabilities of patients with disabilities or injuries that is headquartered in Austin,...
Prosthetics and Orthotics International is a peer-reviewed academic journal that publishes papers in the field of orthopedics. The journal's editor-in-chief is Dr. David Boone (Orthocare Innovations, Edmonds, Washington, USA).
The International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics (ISPO) is a non-governmental organization of people working in or interested in prosthetics, orthotics, mobility and assistive devices technology. It was founded in 1970 in Copenhagen, Denmark...
Pronation is a natural movement of the foot that occurs during foot landing while running or walking. Composed of three cardinal plane components: subtalar eversion, ankle dorsiflexion, and forefoot abduction, these three distinct motions of the...
