Wearing an orthosis, also known as a splint, is a common treatment and can be prescribed as a supplement to surgery. An orthosis provides replacement support in the event of a loss of function (temporarily or permanently), or compensates for a disability or for an osteoarticular, muscular or neurological deficiency.
Different types of orthosis can be worn on different parts of the body. Orthoses are worn for various reasons:
– reduce pain,
– assist with a motor deficiency,
– correct a deformation,
– or facilitate movement.
The time spent wearing the orthosis will vary depending on the pathology and the level of functioning the user wishes to achieve.
These orthoses may be custom-made (moulded to the body) or off-the-shelf. Custom-made orthoses are generally used for more severe conditions or if the user’s morphology is unusual and thus not suited to off-the-shelf equipment.
Orthotists are responsible for designing, manufacturing and delivering custom-made orthoses.
The PROTEOR teams, made up of orthotists, prosthetists and orthopedists, apply their collective know-how and technical expertise to provide fully customized solutions that satisfy the user’s requirements in every respect.
If you are a healthcare professional and would like more information about these orthoses, download the free Orthopocket app (Google Play or App Store)
