The Pediatric Metatarsus Adductus Brace orthosis can be removed daily for cleaning, unlike a cast, therefore avoiding serious skin breakdown and circulatory problems. Highly cost effective due to durability during the duration of treatments. Easy to fit, apply, and high acceptability by the patient. Trimmable and heat-expandable.
The first point of fixation - the heel or hindfoot is securely held by the heel portion of the orthosis to prevent the hindfoot from going into valgus when the corrective force is applied. The second point of fixation - the distal part of the first metatarsal and great toe are securely held by the foot portion of the orthosis. The third point of fixation (between the 1st and 2nd points) - provides the corrective force on the lateral border of the foot against the convexity of the deformity by use of a Velcro strap. The amount of correction can be determined and graduated, if necessary, by adjusting the tightness of the strap. In this way, the patient is provided with a relatively inexpensive ready-made device, but customized correction.
