Bilateral Hip Orthosis

Helpful for: Hip Dysplasia, hip instability due to trauma, and post-operative support

Objective with the bilateral hip orthosis is to prevent the hip joints from subluxating (partial dislocation) or luxation (dislocation) while providing over all stability support for the legs. These are key factors in providing increased activity levels and reducing pain and inflammation.

By controlling the range of motion within the hip joint using mechanical joints, the bilateral hip orthosis assists in preventing unstable hip joints from dislocation partially or completely. Having metal supports on each leg and connecting together on the pelvic region provides the legs with stability support. This form of stability will enable the paws and legs to maintain in a good stance position giving better leg movement and control when walking.

The objective is achieved by having custom formed plastic that fits intimately onto the canine body. Incorporated within the custom moulded plastic are mechanical joints. A custom body harness suspends everything into position to maintain fit and alignment during the dynamics of canine movements.
Bilateral Hip Orthosis Bilateral Hip Orthosis
Bilateral Hip Orthosis Bilateral Hip 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.