Articulating Tarsal Orthosis

Helpful for: Physical support and stability of the tarsal joint while allowing range of motion

Objective is to provide physical stability while having ability to control the range of motion at the joint level accordingly. The orthosis is composed of custom formed plastic proximal and distal to the tarsal joint with rubber joints moulded into plastic. The rubber joints are in alignment with the tarsal joint. The plastic mould designs provide physical support and stability to the medial and lateral aspects of the tarsal and paw with a strapping system to prevent orthosis from migrating out of position. Hyperextension and hyperflexion are controllable in this orthotic application.
Articulating Tarsal Orthosis
Articulating Tarsal Orthosis Articulating Tarsal 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.