Orthotics & Prosthetics

Depending on the specific orthopedic condition, you or your loved one may benefit from an orthotic device (orthosis) or a prosthetic device to help you return to as much function as possible.

• Orthotics – External devices such as braces, splints, shoes and shoe inserts, wraps, collars, boards and more that help adjust the body’s structure and function to reduce pain and improve movement
• Prosthetics – Artificial devices designed to restore normal function by replacing a missing body part such as hand, wrist, shoulder, arm, leg, foot, ankle, knee, hip

At OU Health, you and your loved ones – both adults and children – gain access to expert orthotic and prosthetic specialists, certified by the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics (ABC), who provide a thorough evaluation of your situation and work with you or your loved ones to develop a personalized treatment plan that meets your particular goals, activity level, lifestyle and current and long-term needs. Your OU Health orthotic and prosthetic specialists stay with you every step of the way, from first visit through ongoing follow-up care.

Orthotics

After comprehensive evaluation, including measurement, impressions or casting, your OU Health certified pedorthist develops, modifies and applies the recommended supportive device(s) for adults or children, which may involve options such as:

• Footwear for diabetes
• Shoe inserts and footwear modification
• Spinal orthotics
• Sports orthotics

Prosthetics

To help meet your specific health needs and long-term goals, your OU Health prosthetic expert evaluates, measures, fabricates and fits you with a customized device designed to replace the missing limb or body part and return you to the best possible function for your particular situation. Prosthetic options include:

• Hand or foot prosthesis
• Myoelectrics – Computer-controlled lower-limb prosthesis
• Upper or lower limb prosthesis