What is Orthotics?

Orthotics is a service that provides devices called orthoses (also called braces and splints). These are given to help to prevent, correct or accommodate a deformity and/or improve function. This can be as a result of an injury, disorder or due to the way our bodies alter as we get older.

Orthoses fall into one of the following groups:

• Shoes and insoles
• Calipers and splints
• Knee braces
• Back supports
• Wrist braces
• Compression Stockings
• Collars
• Hip supports
• Shoulder supports
• Ankle supports