Articulating Tarsal and Rigid Metatarsal Orthosis

Helpful for: Paws that knuckle over

Objective is to fixate the paw in a normal stance position so when walking, the nails, digits and paw do not drag on the ground creating sores. The tarsal joint, can have free range of motion during gait cycle while provide rigid support for the paw.. In addition, the orthosis provides a rocker roller design, to orthosis planter aspect to facilitate a smooth gait cycle.
Articulating Tarsal and Rigid Metatarsal Orthosis

Articulating Tarsal and Rigid Metatarsal Orthosis
Articulating Tarsal and Rigid Metatarsal Orthosis Articulating Tarsal and Rigid Metatarsal Orthosis

Orthotics Features

Orthotic applications are fabricated out of thermoform plastic with thermo foam lining for a comfortable intimate fitting. A biomechanical approach is used when configuring the strapping system to suspend devices. Elastic integration of the strapping system allows for a comfortable fit while maintaining optimal suspension, so as not to impede on the dynamic movement of dogs anatomy. Orthotics are designed for the following three applications:

  1. Prophylactic
  2. Rehabilitative
  3. Functional

 

Prophylactic

Prophylactic orthotic products are designed to prevent or reduce the severity of joint injury.

Use an orthotic when a dog has a non-functional paw (i.e. knuckling over). The orthotic will support the paw, keeping it in the correct position when weight bearing, and is designed to prevent dorsal sores from developing and other potential trauma to the limb.

Rehabilitative

Rehabilitative orthotics are used to support and stabilize a joint while assisting or restricting range of motion.

Dogs having CCL or cranial cruciate ligament injuries, in particular, benefit from a rehabilitative orthotic device to recover from injury, and often for long term treatment.

Functional

Functional orthotics provides stability for chronically unstable joints and limbs for long term support and function

Dogs with hip dysplasia may benefit from a functional orthosis that provides support while stabilizing the hip joint. The range of motion of the hip joint is controlled to prevent luxation and the paws maintain correct stance position and extension.