We love to share knowledge of orthotics with industry professionals
Are you an allied health professional with orthotic user clients and want to learn more? We’re here to help. Our knowledgable clinical team can provide in-service presentations to your staff tailored to the information you are looking for.
We want to hear from you
Want to learn about the different types of AFO’s? Unsure about the difference between an unloader and stabilizing knee brace? Have questions about government funding? We will answer all of your questions and provide your staff with a detailed overview of all of the information you are looking for.
Material matters
Orthotic devices are made from a variety of materials including thermoplastics, carbon fibre, metals, leathers, or a combination of similar materials. The material used for your device will be formed on a mold of your limb, thus leading to an intimate fit on that part of your body.
The type of material we choose depends on your specific needs. For example, some foot orthotics are made of softer materials to provide cushioning and shock absorption to a bony area. In other cases, we may use a more rigid material to control instability in the joints.
Someone who is really active may need a more durable material to stand up to daily wear and tear. Again, it’s a combination of your biomechanical and lifestyle needs that will determine the materials and design of your brace.
Creating an orthotic device is both an
art and a science—and not everyone is qualified to do it
Certified Orthotists CO(c) must have a university degree in science (B.Sc.) such as kinesiology or engineering. Registered Technicians RTO(c) usually have a related post-secondary education before embarking on their orthotics education. Both orthotic professionals spend at least two years at a supervised residency or internship, then pass demanding exams.