Bracing Options for Prosthetics Patients
Össur supports a wholistic approach to patient care with bracing options for the contralateral limb, or over the socket. A specific selection of orthoses includes Unloaders (for OA), as well as AFOs. Prescription for prosthetics patients is now easier than ever with often the ability to incorporate bracing into funding applications.
Unloader Knee Braces
Effective braces that you can rely on. Lightweight and discreet to help you rediscover your sense of adventure.
Ankle Foot Orthosis
Össur's AFO Dynamic incorporates Flex-Foot®technology and the energy-storing properties of carbon fibre. The result is a strong, lightweight solution for people with varying degrees of drop foot.
Causes of Knee OA in Unilateral Amputees
- Increased loading through contralateral knee
- Asymmetric gait
- Increased contralateral knee adduction moment
- Exacerbated by poor prosthetic fit and/or alignment
Orthotic Treatment of knee OA in Amputees
- Visit the Unloader Knee Brace page
- Highlights of the Unloader One Range for Prosthetic Patients include unmatched suspension, breathable, comfortable, easy to use, and lightweight, all without sacrificing the proven Unloading capacity
- Watch the Unloader One fitting video
- 30 Day Patient Satisfaction Guarantee - Improved prescription confidence and financial reassurance for patient
- Visit CTI OA Bracing page
Contact Us
Contact one of our representatives for a clinical pathway discussion to incorporate bracing into your prosthetic prescription