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2. Orthotics - Wikipedia

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   An orthosis is "an externally applied device used to influence the structural and functional characteristics of the neuromuscular and skeletal systems." [2] Orthotists are medical professionals who specialize in designing orthotic devices such as braces or foot orthoses.

3. Denis Browne bar - Wikipedia

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   The Denis Browne bar, also known as the Denis Browne splint or foot abduction orthosis, is a medical device used in the treatment of club foot.The device is named after Sir Denis Browne (1892-1967), an Australian-born surgeon at Great Ormond Street Hospital in London who was considered the father of pediatric surgery in the United Kingdom. [1]

4. Shoe insert - Wikipedia

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   A pair of orthopedic insoles A pair of regular leather inner soles. A removable shoe insert, otherwise known as a foot orthosis, insole or inner sole, accomplishes many purposes, including daily wear comfort, height enhancement, plantar fasciitis treatment, arch support, foot and joint pain relief from arthritis, overuse, injuries, leg length discrepancy, and other causes such as orthopedic ...

5. The best bunion correctors for 2024, according to podiatrists

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   Jeremy Ousey, a musculoskeletal podiatrist in the U.K., explains that bunions develop due to instability in the mid-foot joint where the toes attach. As a result, the big toe can drift away from ...

6. The best back braces of 2025, according to experts - AOL

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   Rigid braces offer more immobilization and are used after surgery, trauma, or severe injuries. Semi-rigid braces provide both support and flexibility and can be used for moderate pain or strains.

7. Comparison of orthotics - Wikipedia

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   These scans are made by having the patient place the foot onto a specialized flat image scanner that uses light and software to capture and create a 3D model. This 3D model is then electronically submitted (along with a prescription) to an orthotics lab, where it is used to program a CNC machine that will ultimately produce the orthopedic insert.

8. These Knee Braces Help With Arthritis Pain, Swelling, and ...

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   What the Reviews Say: “I got this vibration/compression deep tissue massager for my mother, she had knee replacement surgery on both her knees and is still in constant pain,” one satisfied ...

9. Taylor Spatial Frame - Wikipedia

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   The medical device shares a number of components and features of the Ilizarov apparatus. The Taylor Spatial Frame is a hexapod device based on a Stewart platform, and was invented by orthopaedic surgeon Charles Taylor. The device consists of two or more aluminum or carbon fibre rings connected by six struts. Each strut can be independently ...