Footworks Orthotics

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An Orthotist’s goal is to enhance function and improve comfort by prescribing corrective devices for people with physical problems such as functional loss and/or structural deformity of the body.

An Orthosis is…

Any device used to realign the body, providing support or restoring lost function.

Examples are:

• Corrective insoles
• Specialist footwear
• Ankle supports
• Functional knee bracing
• Lumbar corsets
• Neck collars

Orthotists assess, diagnose, treat, and manage a broad range of problems associated in particular with the neuromuscular and musculoskeletal systems. They work collaboratively with other health-care professionals to provide integrated treatment.

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