Types of Braces and Orthotics:
- UCBL – Below the ankle orthotic that fits inside of a shoe to help with flat feet and improving balance
- SMO – A brace that is slightly above the ankle bone to provide additional support
- AFO – An orthotic that comes up to the mid shin
- Nighttime Stretching Brace (for Legs) – A brace that stretches tight muscles overnight while the child sleeps
- Hand Splints – An orthotic that helps to open the hand or support weak hands
- Arm Stretching Braces – Orthotics that can range from shoulder to fingers and any range in between
Reasons For Needing Foot Orthotics:
- Flat Feet
- Toe Walking
- In-Toeing
- High Muscle Tone with Tight Muscles
- Low Muscle Tone with Weak Muscles
- Extra Support After a Surgery or Injury
Reasons for Needing Hand Splints or Arm Braces:
- Difficulty with Handwriting
- Tight Hand Muscles
- Tight Arm Muscles
- Extra Support After Surgery or Injury