Results for Orthotic Devices

Many patients ask this question across the country who are plagued with this seemingly mysterious condition. Typically a bump on the top of the foot is either excess bone or a soft tissue condition. If bone, the bump may represent a bone spur which may develop due to trauma or arthritis to an underlying joint. If soft tissue, the bump may represent a cyst , commonly a ganglion cyst which extends from an underlying joint or tendon. A definitive diagnosis may be made…

Orthotics are medical devices that podiatrists use to help treat foot problems, lessen pain, and to assist stabilization and mobility. The word orthotic stems from the Greek work orthosis which roughly translates to “straight.” In essence, an orthotic device holds … Read more ↪

Orthotics are a popular conservative method for treating many types of foot conditions. Palm Desert podiatrist, Dr. Harvey Danciger explains how they work.

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Orthotics are tools to help relieve foot pain. Dr. Noah Levine explains the kinds of insoles and how to get custom orthotics.

The care and prevention of skin issues may not get as much attention in orthotics as in prosthetics, but such issues can significantly affect patient outcomes. Here, lower extremity experts share the tips and tricks they use to manage dermatological challenges related to orthotic devices.
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Helping patients manage an orthotic device can be challenging, but doing so in the face of uneven terrain is a balancing act between stability, mobility, and

The joints and muscles of the body function most efficiently when they are in physical balance. When foot imbalance is present, there is a negative impact on the knees, hips, pelvis, and the spine.…

Hollywood actor Russell Crowe recently injured his feet due to intense workout regimes and after running a 10K. He opted for platelet rich plasma injections to help correct the muscles in his feet. It is not known how well he cared for his feet during his grueling workouts, but for anyone in a simil

More than 40 million Americans are suffering from Osteoarthritis in the knees. When first diagnosed, a patient may be given medicine treatments to slow the problem down and sometimes they may even …

A true functional orthosis is a device that is constructed to align the foot, legs and have better muscle action. It is not an arch support.

Wearing sandals during the warmer summer months doesn't mean you have to subject your feet to uncomfortable experiences. Use orthotics for your sandals.

About Veterinary Orthotic & Prosthetic Devices The use of orthoses (braces) and prostheses for injured animals is becoming increasingly common. Orthoses are any medical device attached to the body to support, align, position, immobilize, prevent or correct deformity, assist weak muscles, or improve function. Prostheses are medical devices as well and are used to compensate [...]

Although no cure, assistive devices can have an impact on pain of arthritis in the lower extremities

A flat foot, also known as fallen arches, is a condition in which the arches of the feet are to low or non-existent. The arch of a foot is t...

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Abnormal foot function can lead to knee pain. Uncommon but critical remedy using orthotics for knee pain and arthritis.

Congressional Meet & Greet
The future of the O&P industry and profession depends on decisions made by Congress. During the Policy Forum, the O&P PAC conducted multiple fundraising events, including events for Representative Brett Guthrie, Representative Mark Meadows, and Senator Chuck Grassley
The O&P Pac hosted Representative Brett Guthrie at a lunch on March 23, 2015
The O&P Pac hosted Representative Mark Meadows at a reception…

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Evergreen Prosthetics & Orthotics is committed to compassionate care and clinical excellence. We strive for the fastest delivery of top quality products and care. Evergreen helps propel individuals to overcome barriers and accomplish goals.
Evergreen is unlike most other prosthetic and orthotic companies. Each one of our devices is custom-made at…

Plantar fasciitis is painful inflammation that occurs in the arch of your foot usually near the heel. Custom orthotics are often prescribed to reduce pain.