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2. Does Medicare cover orthotics? - AOL

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   An orthosis is an external device, such as a brace or splint, that supports a body part or function. ... or foot surgery. Payment for these devices is also included in the payment to a hospital or ...

3. List of orthopedic implants - Wikipedia

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   Orthopedic implant example seen with X-ray. An orthopedic implant is a medical device manufactured to replace a missing joint or bone, or to support a damaged bone. [1] The medical implant is mainly fabricated using stainless steel and titanium alloys for strength and the plastic coating that is done on it acts as an artificial cartilage. [2]

4. 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 ...

5. 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.

6. Orthotist - Wikipedia

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   AFO for a child. It can be used to support an isolated foot drop by blocking the plantar flexion with all negative consequences. (Designation of the orthosis according to the body parts included in the orthosis fitting: ankle and foot, English abbreviation: AFO for ankle-foot orthoses) The photo does not show the most modern manufacturing technology.

7. Comparison of orthotics - Wikipedia

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   Research studies demonstrate that inter-practitioner variability is a major factor in orthotic intervention in treating a single patient and for a specific pathology [3] Recently, several companies have developed digital foot scanners that use specialized software to scan a patient's foot and create a "virtual" cast.

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

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   What really makes the Brace Align LSO back brace stand out is the removable panel and easy-pull tabs. With most back braces, adjustments are done using the straps. With most back braces ...

9. 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 ...