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How to Keep Orthotics in Good Shape

Guide to Caring for Orthotics As a doctor, you know that orthotics and prosthetics are not cheap. A prosthetic leg can cost between $10,000 and $70,000. Whether your patients have shoe inserts or other orthotcs, caring for orthotics is essential to avoid expensive wear and tear. Here is a guide for your patients on caring […]

Unique Ways to Customize a Prosthetic

Unique Ways for Patients to Customize a Prosthetic The World Health Organization estimates that 30 million people around the world need prosthetics. This is to aid in mobility, usually because of a limb deformity at birth, or a traumatic injury. One way that people move forward after the loss of a limb is to have […]

What is the “Show Your Mettle” Trend?

What is “Show Your Mettle?” As a physician, you are all too familiar with ribbons to designate awareness for a particular illness or injury. However, the “Show Your Mettle” trend is a bit different because it allows people who have experienced limb loss to celebrate their strength and resiliency. Here is more information on the […]

4 Ways Prosthetics Improve Quality of Life for Your Patients

Improve the Quality of Life for Your Patients Through the Use of Prosthetics According to the World Health Organization, 30 million people worldwide need prosthetic devices. Our central fabrication company, Grace Prosthetic Fabrication, can provide the devices needed for patients to regain a part of their life they never thought they could have again. Undoubtedly, […]

Signs Your Prosthetic or Orthotic Device is the Correct Size

Is Your Prosthetic or Orthotic Device the Correct Size? Around 30 million people worldwide currently require prosthetic and orthotic devices. In the United States, 2.1 million people are already using assistive devices like prosthetic legs or knee-ankle-foot orthoses. With this significant degree of prosthetic and orthotic need, it is essential that patients using such devices […]