Our Certified Orthotists take a holistic approach to patient care. We consider your lifestyle, goals, underlying conditions, and information gathered from bio-mechanical assessments to help you maximize your comfort and mobility. We love a challenge and can provide unique orthotic solutions customized to you. Our knee braces and various other orthotic treatments provide a unique fitment just for you. Give us a call today to learn more about our orthotic assessments.
What Are Orthotics?
An orthosis, (also known as a brace or orthotic) is a device applied to the outside of the body used to:
Restore function and mobility
Protect or support an injury
Prevent or correct deformity
Provide support
Improve biomechanical alignment
At Hager Orthopaedic Clinics, we’re happy to help with your knee braces and custom orthotics needs in Kelowna. There are many different types of orthotic devices. These range from foot orthotics, to spinal braces, to pediatric helmets. A few examples of common orthotic devices can be seen below.
Many different types of people require or can benefit from orthotic treatments, including patients affected by:
Diabetes
Cerebral Palsy
Scoliosis
Arthritis
Spina Bifida
Muscular Dystrophy
Poliomyelitis
Plagiocephaly
Congenital abnormalities
Multiple Sclerosis
Trauma (e.g. motor vehicle accident, sports injury, work injury)
A functional electrical stimulation (FES) biomedical device used to improve the walking ability for individuals with foot drop.
Stance Control KAFO (Knee-Ankle Foot Orthosis)
Lower Extremity
Rehabilitation
When our joints are working properly, we don't pay much attention to them. But when a joint becomes compromised, you may experience pain, lack of mobility, and frustration.
Orthotic devices, such as a knee braces or foot orthotics, can help patients rehabilitate from musculoskeletal disorders, injuries, or surgical procedures. In Kelowna, and throughout the Okanagan, West Kootenay, and Boundary regions, trust your orthotic treatment to Hager Orthopaedic Clinics.
The Certified Orthotists at Hager Orthopaedic Clinics are your sports medicine and rehabilitation bracing experts. We offer a range of treatments for both the upper and lower body, including:
Knee braces for ligament damage
Osteoarthritis knee braces
Custom foot orthotics
Plantar fasciitis night splints
Cast walking boots for foot and ankle injuries
Post-operative hip braces
Wrist supports
Shoulder and elbow braces
Spinal braces and supports
Whether you struggle on a daily basis with a chronic condition or need support to get through a recovery period after an injury or surgery, our staff can help.
To schedule a free assessment, in Kelowna, Castlegar, or Trail, call us at 250‑861‑1833 or toll free at 1‑800‑661‑6225.