Meeting children's growing needs—both physical and emotional
At Boundless, we specialize in caring for children, and building close relationships with their families and caregivers.
Some of our clients and their families have been with us for over 30 years
It’s an ever-evolving process.
Height and weight will change over the years. But so will a young person’s goals, interests, and perceptions of what they can or can’t do. Someone who was cautious when young may find they want to take on more challenges as they get older. And we’ll be with them every step of the way, helping them take ownership of their device and move beyond their limitations.
Children are more likely to keep wearing a brace that looks and feels good
Creating a brace that fits your child’s personality is also a big part of what we do.
Our technicians can make braces more fun to wear for children by adding custom designs ranging from floral patterns to the logo of a favourite sports team.
Dealing with self esteem issues
Growing up wearing a brace can be challenging for many children, especially during the school years. Some children are better able to cope with the difficulties, while others may become so self-conscious they may stop wearing their brace altogether.
At Boundless, we realize there are no easy solutions to these issues. But we do believe that educating others can help school children become more accepting of their peers that use devices. We encourage your child to talk about their concerns and issues with members of our team. Working together
we will try to come up with realistic solutions that will help
them make the most of their potential.
Providing orthotic care to a child requires special considerations
The first step is always a referral from the family physician or pedeatrician. Following that, we’ll evaluate your child to determine the correct size and type of brace to be used, and then make a 3-D cast to create it. As with adults, your child will require a series of fittings and adjustments to make sure that the brace is comfortable and functions properly.
Children have special needs and considerations. So do their parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, baby sitters—anyone who will need to help the young person on a regular basis, and adapt to their changing needs. We provide education on how to wear the brace, how to take care of it, and how to take ownership of it.