Will insurance cover my lower limb orthosis?

Yes, many insurance plans provide coverage, but it varies by plan and by state. We work with all major insurers. Contact us to learn more about your options.

Do I need to wear my lower limb orthotic all the time?

Each device has a different wearing schedule, which can vary depending on your individual condition. Some orthoses are made to be worn all day and removed only to bathe; others are made to be worn only at night; still others are worn only while doing a certain activity. Your orthotist will help you develop the right schedule for your health, comfort, and confidence.

Can I participate in all of the normal daily activities with my lower limb orthosis?

As long as you follow all activity restrictions placed by your medical doctor, you can absolutely wear your orthosis while completing all daily activities except for showering.

Lower Limb Orthotics

Ankle-foot orthoses (AFO), knee-ankle-foot orthoses (KAFO), hip-knee-ankle-foot orthoses, and custom foot orthoses, created to help you move safely and comfortably.

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What is a lowerlimb orthosis?

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A lower limb orthosis is a medical brace that supports, aligns, or improves the function of legs, knees, ankles, or feet.

They can be off-the-shelf or custom fitted to your anatomy.

Is this right for me?

You may be a fit if…

Maintain safe, steady walking, reduce trips and falls, protect the ankle, promote proper knee movement minimizing injury risk, and (post surgery) relieve pain and pressure for faster healing.

Your ankle or knee was recently injured.
You are recovering from ACL or other knee surgery.
Your range of motion is limited, or you have a hard time walking or balancing.
Movement is painful or uncomfortable, or your muscles are weak or unstable.
Your diabetes or other conditions cause any chronic, non-healing wound.

: Yes, many insurance plans provide coverage, but it varies by plan and by state. We work with all major insurers. Contact us to learn more about your options.
: Each device has a different wearing schedule, which can vary depending on your individual condition. Some orthoses are made to be worn all day and removed only to bathe; others are made to be worn only at night; still others are worn only while doing a certain activity. Your orthotist will help you develop the right schedule for your health, comfort, and confidence.
: As long as you follow all activity restrictions placed by your medical doctor, you can absolutely wear your orthosis while completing all daily activities except for showering.

All services

Custom foot orthosis
Ankle-foot orthosis (AFO)
Knee orthosis (KO)
Knee-ankle-foot-orthosis (KAFO)
Post-op hip abduction orthosis
Microprocessor KAFO
Diabetic/orthopedic shoes
Shoe modifications
Hip-knee-ankle-foot-orthotic (HKAFO)

Reciprocating gait orthosis
Denis Browne Bar
Functional electrical stimulators (FES)
Torsion cables
Pediatric clubfoot correction
Wound / fracture management orthotics
Pneumatic boot
Charcot restraint orthotic walker (CROW)

What to expect

Initial evaluation

Assessment of your mobility, joint stability, muscle strength, and alignment.

Casting and/or measurements

Custom fabricated or off the shelf. Adjustments often made on site as you wait.

Final delivery

Fitting the device, making necessary adjustments for comfort and alignment, and providing education on proper use, care, and follow-up.

Follow-up

Regular check-ins to assess fit, function, and comfort, with adjustments made as needed.

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