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PediatricsAt American Prosthetics and Orthotics, we have staff that are devoted to pediatrics exclusively. We feel this is important because children have very specialized needs and need someone who understands and has the expertise to treat their individual situation.We specialize in treating the orthotic needs of children with cerebral palsy, spina bifida and other congenital development problems. We also service children with needs arising from spinal cord injury, head injury, trauma and spinal deformities. Many types of foot and ankle disorders are also treated, primarily for patients with high tone and spasticity. Our staff also has expertise in fitting cranial remolding orthoses used to treat children with deformational plagiocephaly, brachycephaly, scaphocephaly, and other head shape deformities. For children who need prosthetics, we will fabricate lightweight functional devices that will allow the child to perform virtually every activity they care to be involved in. Our services include clinical evaluation in conjunction with the prescribing physician and/or the primary physical or occupational therapist. The goal is to optimize the child’s mobility, function and comfort.
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