A prosthetic limb can provide you with invaluable mobility and function, but there is also the potential for problems. A poorly-cared for prosthetic will have a shortened lifespan and may contribute to medical issues with your residual limb. ... Read More
Has Your Child Outgrown His/Her Brace?
A pediatric brace will need to be replaced because of the normal periods of growth in childhood. Whether your child was advised by a physician to wear a back brace due to a motor vehicle accident, pediatric scoliosis, or surgical outcome, your child may refuse to wear it if it’s an uncomfortable, ... Read More
How to Control Bunions, Ulcers, and Other Ailments
For people with foot problems, the consequences can range from minor pain to severe complications. Specialized care, including custom orthopedic shoes and orthotics, can keep these ailments under control. ... Read More
What to Expect During Your Mastectomy Bra Fitting
Mastectomy bras are usually prescribed to women who have had a mastectomy after a diagnosis of breast cancer. When making the choice to get a mastectomy bra, there are a few things to expect and here they are. ... Read More
Shrinker Socks: What They Are and Why You Might Need Them
After you’ve lost a leg, a bit of hosiery might not seem like a crucial step toward independence—especially compared to the sophisticated technology of modern prosthetics for amputees. Without shrinker socks, fitting and ultimately wearing prosthetics would be much more challenging. ... Read More
The Difference Between a One and Two Piece Body Jacket
Back braces are often prescribed to post-surgical patients as well as those who have been diagnosed with scoliosis. There are many different types of braces, including one- and two-piece body jackets, and here are the differences. ... Read More
How Lymphedema Affects Men and Women Differently
Your chances of developing secondary lymphedema after cancer or related treatments are medically the same whether you are a man or a woman. But which limbs are affected- and how seriously you take the risk- is often gender-specific. ... Read More
Recognizing and Treating Foot Drop in Children
If your child seems to drag one or both of his or her feet while walking, foot drop may be to blame. Fortunately, with early detection and treatment, foot drop can be successfully treated in most young patients. ... Read More
How Custom Foot Orthotics Can Help Promote Circulation
Poor circulation can not only be an annoyance, but can be dangerous to your health as well. Fortunately, custom orthopedic shoes in Arkansas may be able to help promote better circulation. ... Read More
How Does a Microprocessor Controlled Prosthetic Work?
To understand how microprocessor prosthetics work, it is important to understand the bodily systems they are programmed to imitate- and why patients struggling with other types of prosthetics needed this new innovation. ... Read More