What does a scoliosis brace look like? Horton’s visual guide can help explain the differences between each type of scoliosis brace. A scoliosis brace is not always necessary to correct curving spines, but many orthopedic doctors prescribe them to impede the growth of spinal curves in adolescents. ... Read More
The 5 FAQs New Amputees Ask About Limb Loss
As a new amputee, you and your loved ones understandably have a lot of questions. Find answers from the certified prosthetists on your team at Horton’s. Adjusting to life as a new amputee is never seamless: Even with support from family and the best in prosthesis technology, there are going to be ... Read More
3 Signs You May Need Orthotics for Your Flat Feet Pain
For some, it’s obvious that you have flat feet just by looking at your soles. For others, however, pain points, injuries, and balance issues let you know that you may need orthotics for flat feet. Depending on whether your foot actually looks flat or only flattens when it strikes the ground, it can ... Read More
Amputee Patient Spotlight: Meet Allan D. McElhaney
Allan D. McElhaney, an amputee himself, serves as an ambassador for ABLE Amputees. Read more about his incredible journey. On May 11, 2013, Allan D. McElhaney was riding his motorcycle around 45 miles per hour in Rose City, Arkansas, when he was hit by an 88-year-old man leaving his driveway. He had ... Read More
Finding the Right Orthotic Treatment for a Child with Cerebral Palsy
Lacking adequate control of the body is the most challenging aspect of cerebral palsy, particularly for children. Choosing a form of orthotic treatment for cerebral palsy is a highly-recommended way to support their growing muscles and bones. While adults with cerebral palsy often have years of ... Read More
Off-the-Shelf vs. Custom Orthotics
If you have a serious condition or chronic pain, an off-the-shelf orthotic device may not be right for you. Talk to your doctor about custom-made orthotics and take advantage of their long-term benefits. A stiff back, uncooperative knee, tired leg, or sore foot are all issues that the right orthotic ... Read More
Above-Knee vs. Below-Knee: The Steps Necessary in Learning to Walk With a Prosthetic Leg
Depending on whether you are an above-knee or below-knee amputee, your path to mobility with a prosthetic leg will be slightly different. A custom prosthetic leg allows you to slowly regain mobility and return to your favorite activities after undergoing an above-knee or below-knee amputation. ... Read More
The Science Behind Fabricating Prosthetic Hands and Arms
The process followed to make custom prosthetic limbs requires attention to detail and continuous patient communication. Learn how the prosthetists at Horton’s Orthotics & Prosthetics do it! Prosthetic limbs may be artificial, but when custom-made, they become realistic appliances that replace ... Read More
The Cool Things That Happen in an Orthotics Lab
The orthotics lab at Horton’s Orthotics & Prosthetics is always evolving to keep up with the latest technology and develop our own new ideas. Custom orthotics fill a great need for people who suffer from mobility-limiting injuries and diseases, but much of the incredible work found in the field ... Read More
An A-Z Guide to Scoliosis Back Braces for New Diagnoses
Choosing the right scoliosis treatment for your child is important. Especially for new diagnoses, becoming informed and learning about scoliosis back braces helps make these decisions easier. Receiving a scoliosis diagnosis can be the first step in a long period of treatment in order to stop the ... Read More