Bracing for Polio Survivors
Nov 16, 2020 · The Post-Polio Institute patients do very well with the new lightweight braces that use plastic molded to the shape of your foot and leg to replace the metal uprights. The most …
Bracing for Polio Survivors — Polio SA
Sep 6, 2019 · The Post-Polio Institute patients do very well with the new lightweight braces that use plastic moulded to the shape of your foot and leg to replace the metal uprights. The most …
Braces | Post Polio: Polio Place
Patients with post-polio weakness can often benefit by using an appropriate brace. Braces can 1) provide support, 2) correct a flexible deformity, or 3) relieve pain. Usually it is best to correct a …
Orthotics - Post Polio
Communication among the polio survivor, the referring physician, and the orthotist is imperative to design the best possible brace. Today’s braces are often constructed of lightweight plastics …
The Utility of Post-Polio Bracing | Post Polio: Polio Place
Patients with post-polio weakness can often benefit by using an appropriate brace. Braces can 1) provide support, 2) correct a flexible deformity, or 3) relieve pain. Usually it is best to correct a …
Post-Polio Bracing | Post Polio: Polio Place
What kind of follow-up is recommended? (Note: most braces DO require some adjustments initially and over time) Finally, technology is changing and your body may also change, …
Brace Yourself! - Post Polio
In this case, a short leg brace is an energy-saver and a safety aid. Weakness in the wrist or thumb muscles can cause you to compensate by moving your arm in ways which quickly fatigue the …
In Search of the Perfect Brace with Perfect Fit — Polio Network
Dec 15, 2016 · Some braces must control pronation/supination of the foot. This can increase or decrease the likelihood of pressure on certain bones of the foot and ankle. Other braces may …
Orthotics - Post Polio
Communication among the polio survivor, the referring physician, and the orthotist is imperative to design the best possible brace. Today’s braces are often constructed of lightweight plastics …
The Utility of Post-Polio Bracing
Patients with post-polio weakness can often benefit by using an appropriate brace. Braces can 1) provide support, 2) correct a flexible deformity, or 3) relieve pain. Usually it is best to correct a …