Walkabout Orthotics & Prosthetics is a provider of custom made and pre-fabricated orthoses. We provide custom orthotic services to all ages: ranging from cranial remolding helmets for infants, to knee orthoses for athletes, plantar fasciitis night splints, and ankle foot orthoses for individuals who have suffered a stroke. Our certified orthotists takes an outcome-based approach to help our patients, and their caregivers, make an informed decision about selecting the proper device. To ensure our patients receive the best care, we utilize a team-based approach and communication with the entire medical team to meet the patient’s needs.
Custom Orthotics in North Central Wisconsin
Lace-Up Ankle Orthosis
Design
Design- Bilateral semi-rigid inserts provide additional medial-lateral support
- Lace up design allows for increased stability
- Ease of donning
Dx
- Medial and lateral ankle instability
- Sprains
- Subtalar irritation/pain
Plantar Fasciitis Night Splint
Design
Design- Rigid posterior frame
- Soft foam lining
- Bilateral adjustable straps allow for variable dorsiflexion/plantarflexion settings
Dx
- Plantar fasciitis
- Tight gastroc-soleous complex
- Achilles tendon injuries
PRAFO Boot
Design
Design- Provides ankle immobilization and plantar flexion resistance
- Soft synthetic sheep skin liner can be washed and replaced
- Large area of relief for hindfoot/calcaneous
- Posterior upright/bar resists external/internal rotation
Dx
- Patients prone to bedsores
- Patients prone to contractures
- Derotational support
Mid-Calf Walking Boot
Design
Design- Provides ankle and foot immobilization
- Plastic or aluminum uprights
- Solid or controlled ROM joints
- Pneumatic or static options
Dx
- Stable fracture
- Post operative management
- Soft tissue injury (grade 2 or 3 sprain)
Walking Boot
Design
Design- Provides ankle and foot immobilization
- Plastic or aluminum uprights
- Solid or controlled ROM joints
- Pneumatic or static options
Dx
- Stable fracture
- Post operative management
- Soft tissue injury (grade 2 or 3 sprain)
Pressure Relief Shoe
Design
Design- Removable shock absorbing segments
- Removable toe piece
- Mesh upper
- Velcro closure
Dx
- Plantar surface ulcers
- Skin breakdown
- Irritation
Healing Shoe
Design
Design- Provides immobilization and offloading of Forefoot, Metatarsals, or Heels
- Can be custom modified for precise fit
Dx
- Stable fracture
- Ulcers
- Post Operative management
UCBL Foot Orthosis
Design
Design- Semi-rigid orthosis encompassing medial and lateral borders of calcaneous
- Usually fabricated from plastics
- Custom made to patient model
Dx
- Hyperpronation
- Hypotonic patient
- Posterior tibial tendonitis dysfunction
- Tibial tendonitis
Accommodative Foot Orthotics
Design
Design- Multi-density semi rigid design
- Custom made to patient model
Dx
- Diabetes
- Vascular and sensory insufficiencies
- Toe filler
- Severe deformities
Functional Foot Orthotics
Design
Design- Fabricated in non, semi and full weight bearing positions to achieve neutral or functional alignment (subtalar neutral alignment)
- Custom made to patient model – Multidensity, Rigid or Semi-Rigid construction
- Various materials available
Dx
- Biomechanical insufficiencies