Opcare provides Prosthetics services for patients in Hull and the Humberside/East Riding area and Orthotics services for patients across Humberside/East Riding, North Yorkshire and North Lincolnshire. Our service hubs are based in Hull, York, Selby, Scarborough, Bridlington, Selby, Grimsby, Scunthorpe and Goole. We also host orthotic community outreach clinics in hospital settings as part of multi-disciplinary teams.
Services offered:
Prosthetic and Orthotics
Opening Times:
| Monday – Thursday | 08:30 – 16:30* |
| Friday | 08:30 – 15:00 |
*Please note we do offer some clinics outside our normal opening hours.
Clinic Details
- Hull Prosthetics
- Hull Orthotics
- York Orthotics
- Selby Orthotics
- Scarborough Orthotics
- Bridlington Orthotics
- Grimsby Orthotics
- Scunthorpe Orthotics
- Goole Orthotics
Contact Details
Phone: 01482315662
Address: Opcare Ltd, Artificial Limb Unit, Sykes Street, Hull, HU2 8BB
How to get here
By car:
- Hull Prosthetics is located on Sykes Street (HU2 8BB), just north of Hull city centre
- From the A63 / city centre, follow signs towards Princes Quay / Hull Royal Infirmary, then continue north towards Sykes Street.
- Sykes Street is accessed from surrounding central roads, including Princess Street and Charterhouse Lane
- Sat nav users should use the postcode HU2 8BB to arrive directly at the site
- Limited parking is available both nearby and on the adjoining public roads
Via public transport:
- From Hull Interchange (rail and bus station), walk north through the city centre towards Princes Avenue, continuing until you reach Sykes Street
- Multiple local bus services operate from Hull city centre and stop close to Sykes Street; check local routes for the most convenient option (hull.gov.uk)
- The location is well served by pavements and pedestrian crossings, making it accessible for those walking from nearby stops
Contact Details
(Two locations for appointments)
Phone: 01482 469498
Address: Opcare Ltd, Therapies Centre, Building 17, Hull Royal Infirmary, Anlaby Road, Hull, HU3 2JZ
Phone: 01482 469498
Address: Opcare Ltd, Allam Diabetic Centre, Ground Floor, Hull Royal Infirmary, Anlaby Road, Hull, HU3 2JZ
How to get here
By car:
- Hull Royal Infirmary is located on Anlaby Road, Hull (HU3 2JZ), just west of Hull city centre
- From the A63 / Hull city centre, follow signs for A165 / Anlaby Road and continue west towards Willerby
- The hospital main entrance is well signposted along Anlaby Road
- Sat nav users should enter the postcode HU3 2JZ for the main hospital site
- The main car park is located on Argyle Street, adjacent to the hospital site; parking is limited, so please allow extra time
Via public transport:
- Hull Royal Infirmary is approximately a 10‑minute walk from Hull Interchange (Paragon rail and bus station
- From Hull Interchange, walk west along Anlaby Road until you reach the hospital site
- Numerous local bus services run directly between Hull city centre / Hull Interchange and Hull Royal Infirmary, stopping outside the site
- Bus routes serving the hospital include frequent services along Anlaby Road, making access easy from across the city.
Contact Details
Phone: 01904 726538
Email: yhs-tr.orthoticsadminmailbox1@nhs.net
Address: Opcare, Orthotics Department, York Hospital – Archways, 2nd Floor, Belgrave Street, York, YO31 8YZ
How to get here
By car:
- Archways is located at Clarendon Court / Belgrave Street, York (YO31 8YZ), just north of York city centre, close to York Hospital
- From York city centre, follow signs towards York Hospital / Haxby Road and continue north
- Turn towards Belgrave Street / Clarendon Court, where Archways is clearly signposted
- Sat nav users should enter the postcode YO31 8YZ to arrive at the site
- Limited parking is available nearby and at Archways; please allow extra time during busy periods
Via public transport:
- Archways is located within easy reach of York city centre and close to York Hospital, making it accessible by bus and on foot
- From York Railway Station, take a local bus towards York Hospital / Haxby Road and alight at a nearby stop
- Several frequent bus services operate between York city centre and York Hospital along Haxby Road and surrounding routes
- From the bus stop, Archways is a short, level walk, with pavements and pedestrian crossings throughout
Contact Details
Phone: 01904 726538
Email: yhs-tr.orthoticsadminmailbox1@nhs.net
Address: Opcare, Orthotics Department, The New Selby War Memorial Hospital, Doncaster Road, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 9BX
How to get here
By car:
- Selby War Memorial Hospital is located on Doncaster Road, Selby (YO8 9BX), just south of Selby town centre
- From Selby town centre, follow signs for Doncaster (A19) and continue south along Doncaster Road
- The hospital entrance is clearly signposted from the main road
- Sat nav users should enter the postcode YO8 9BX to arrive at the hospital site
- On‑site parking is available, including free parking for patients and visitors, though availability may vary at busy times
Via public transport:
- Selby War Memorial Hospital is easily accessible from Selby town centre by bus and is within walking distance of nearby stops along Doncaster Road
- From Selby Railway Station, take a local bus towards Doncaster Road / War Memorial Hospital and alight at the stop opposite or adjacent to the hospital
- Several regular bus services stop close to the hospital, providing links from Selby town centre and surrounding areas
- From the bus stop, the hospital is a short, level walk, with pavements and pedestrian crossings available
Contact Details
Phone: 01723342019
Email: yhs-tr.orthoticsadminmailbox1@nhs.net
Address: Opcare, Orthotics Department, Scarborough General Hospital, Woodlands Drive, Scarborough, YO12 6QL
How to get here
By car:
- Scarborough General Hospital is located on Woodlands Drive, Scarborough (YO12 6QL), to the north of Scarborough town centre
- From Scarborough town centre, follow signs for Throxenby / A171 and continue north towards Woodlands Drive
- The hospital entrance is clearly signposted from surrounding main roads
- Sat nav users should enter the postcode YO12 6QL to arrive at the hospital site
- On‑site parking is available; please allow extra time during busy periods
Via public transport:
- Scarborough General Hospital is easily accessible from Scarborough town centre by bus, with regular services stopping close to the hospital grounds
- From Scarborough Railway Station, take a local bus towards Scarborough Hospital; services run frequently throughout the day
- Several bus routes, including services along Falsgrave Road and Woodlands Drive, provide direct links between the town centre and the hospital
- From the bus stop, the hospital is a short, level walk, with paved routes and pedestrian crossings available
Contact Details
Phone: 01723342019
Email: yhs-tr.orthoticsadminmailbox1@nhs.net
Address: Opcare, Orthotics Department, Bridlington General Hospital, Bessingby Road, Bridlington, YO16 4QP
How to get here
By car:
- Bridlington General Hospital is located on Bessingby Road, Bridlington (YO16 4QP), to the south‑west of Bridlington town centre
- From Bridlington town centre, follow signs for Bessingby / A614, heading inland away from the seafront
- Continue along Bessingby Road, where the hospital is clearly signposted
- Sat nav users should enter the postcode YO16 4QP to arrive at the hospital site
- On‑site parking is available; please allow extra time during busy periods
Via public transport:
- Bridlington General Hospital is accessible from Bridlington town centre by local bus services, with stops close to the hospital on Bessingby Road
- From Bridlington Railway Station, take a local bus towards Bessingby / Bridlington Hospital; services run regularly throughout the day
- Several bus routes provide direct links between the town centre and the hospital from surrounding areas
- From the bus stop, the hospital is a short, level walk, with pavements and pedestrian crossings available
Contact Details
Phone: 03033 304587
Address: Opcare, Orthotics Department, Diana Princess of Wales Hospital, Scartho Road, Grimsby, DN33 2BA
How to get here
By car:
- Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital is located on Scartho Road, Grimsby (DN33 2BA), to the south‑west of Grimsby town centre
- From Grimsby town centre, follow signs for A46 / Scartho Road, heading towards Scartho and Laceby
- Continue along Scartho Road, where the hospital site and entrances are clearly signposted
- Sat nav users should enter the postcode DN33 2BA to arrive at the hospital site
- On‑site parking is available; please allow extra time during busy periods
Via public transport:
- Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital is accessible from Grimsby town centre by local bus services, with stops located close to the hospital site on Scartho Road
- From Grimsby Town Railway Station, take a local bus towards Scartho / Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital; services run regularly throughout the day
- Several bus routes provide direct links between the town centre, surrounding residential areas and the hospital
- From the bus stop, the hospital is a short, level walk, with pavements and pedestrian crossings available
Contact Details
Phone: 03033 302224
Address: Opcare, Orthotics Department, Scunthorpe General Hospital, Cliff Gardens, Scunthorpe, DN15 7BH
How to get here
By car:
- Scunthorpe General Hospital is located on Cliff Gardens, Scunthorpe (DN15 7BH), close to the town centre
- From Scunthorpe town centre, follow signs towards Doncaster / A18, then continue towards Cliff Gardens
- The hospital site is clearly signposted from surrounding main roads
- Sat nav users should enter the postcode DN15 7BH to arrive at the hospital site
- On‑site parking is available; please allow extra time during busy periods
Via public transport:
- Scunthorpe General Hospital is accessible from Scunthorpe town centre by local bus services, with stops located close to the hospital site
- From Scunthorpe Railway Station, take a local bus or taxi towards Scunthorpe General Hospital; services run regularly throughout the day
- Several bus routes provide direct links between the town centre, surrounding residential areas and the hospital
- From the bus stop, the hospital is a short, level walk, with pavements and pedestrian crossings available
Contact Details
Phone: 03033 302224
Address: Opcare, Orthotics Department, Goole and District Hospital, Woodland Avenue, Goole, DN14 6RX
How to get here
By car:
- Goole and District Hospital is located on Woodland Avenue, Goole (DN14 6RX), close to Goole town centre
- From Goole town centre, follow local signs towards Boothferry Road / Woodland Avenue
- Continue along Woodland Avenue, where the hospital site is clearly signposted
- Sat nav users should enter the postcode DN14 6RX to arrive at the hospital site
- On‑site parking is available; please allow extra time during busy periods
Via public transport:
- Goole and District Hospital is accessible from Goole town centre by local bus services, with stops located close to the hospital site
- From Goole Railway Station, take a local bus or taxi towards Goole and District Hospital; services operate regularly throughout the day
- Several local bus routes provide links between the town centre, surrounding residential areas and the hospital
- From the bus stop, the hospital is a short, level walk, with pavements and pedestrian crossings available
Clinic Details
Hull Prosthetics
Contact Details
Phone: 01482315662
Address: Opcare Ltd, Artificial Limb Unit, Sykes Street, Hull, HU2 8BB
How to get here
By car:
- Hull Prosthetics is located on Sykes Street (HU2 8BB), just north of Hull city centre
- From the A63 / city centre, follow signs towards Princes Quay / Hull Royal Infirmary, then continue north towards Sykes Street.
- Sykes Street is accessed from surrounding central roads, including Princess Street and Charterhouse Lane
- Sat nav users should use the postcode HU2 8BB to arrive directly at the site
- Limited parking is available both nearby and on the adjoining public roads
Via public transport:
- From Hull Interchange (rail and bus station), walk north through the city centre towards Princes Avenue, continuing until you reach Sykes Street
- Multiple local bus services operate from Hull city centre and stop close to Sykes Street; check local routes for the most convenient option (hull.gov.uk)
- The location is well served by pavements and pedestrian crossings, making it accessible for those walking from nearby stops
Hull Orthotics
Contact Details
(Two locations for appointments)
Phone: 01482 469498
Address: Opcare Ltd, Therapies Centre, Building 17, Hull Royal Infirmary, Anlaby Road, Hull, HU3 2JZ
Phone: 01482 469498
Address: Opcare Ltd, Allam Diabetic Centre, Ground Floor, Hull Royal Infirmary, Anlaby Road, Hull, HU3 2JZ
How to get here
By car:
- Hull Royal Infirmary is located on Anlaby Road, Hull (HU3 2JZ), just west of Hull city centre
- From the A63 / Hull city centre, follow signs for A165 / Anlaby Road and continue west towards Willerby
- The hospital main entrance is well signposted along Anlaby Road
- Sat nav users should enter the postcode HU3 2JZ for the main hospital site
- The main car park is located on Argyle Street, adjacent to the hospital site; parking is limited, so please allow extra time
Via public transport:
- Hull Royal Infirmary is approximately a 10‑minute walk from Hull Interchange (Paragon rail and bus station
- From Hull Interchange, walk west along Anlaby Road until you reach the hospital site
- Numerous local bus services run directly between Hull city centre / Hull Interchange and Hull Royal Infirmary, stopping outside the site
- Bus routes serving the hospital include frequent services along Anlaby Road, making access easy from across the city.
York Orthotics
Contact Details
Phone: 01904 726538
Email: yhs-tr.orthoticsadminmailbox1@nhs.net
Address: Opcare, Orthotics Department, York Hospital – Archways, 2nd Floor, Belgrave Street, York, YO31 8YZ
How to get here
By car:
- Archways is located at Clarendon Court / Belgrave Street, York (YO31 8YZ), just north of York city centre, close to York Hospital
- From York city centre, follow signs towards York Hospital / Haxby Road and continue north
- Turn towards Belgrave Street / Clarendon Court, where Archways is clearly signposted
- Sat nav users should enter the postcode YO31 8YZ to arrive at the site
- Limited parking is available nearby and at Archways; please allow extra time during busy periods
Via public transport:
- Archways is located within easy reach of York city centre and close to York Hospital, making it accessible by bus and on foot
- From York Railway Station, take a local bus towards York Hospital / Haxby Road and alight at a nearby stop
- Several frequent bus services operate between York city centre and York Hospital along Haxby Road and surrounding routes
- From the bus stop, Archways is a short, level walk, with pavements and pedestrian crossings throughout
Selby Orthotics
Contact Details
Phone: 01904 726538
Email: yhs-tr.orthoticsadminmailbox1@nhs.net
Address: Opcare, Orthotics Department, The New Selby War Memorial Hospital, Doncaster Road, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 9BX
How to get here
By car:
- Selby War Memorial Hospital is located on Doncaster Road, Selby (YO8 9BX), just south of Selby town centre
- From Selby town centre, follow signs for Doncaster (A19) and continue south along Doncaster Road
- The hospital entrance is clearly signposted from the main road
- Sat nav users should enter the postcode YO8 9BX to arrive at the hospital site
- On‑site parking is available, including free parking for patients and visitors, though availability may vary at busy times
Via public transport:
- Selby War Memorial Hospital is easily accessible from Selby town centre by bus and is within walking distance of nearby stops along Doncaster Road
- From Selby Railway Station, take a local bus towards Doncaster Road / War Memorial Hospital and alight at the stop opposite or adjacent to the hospital
- Several regular bus services stop close to the hospital, providing links from Selby town centre and surrounding areas
- From the bus stop, the hospital is a short, level walk, with pavements and pedestrian crossings available
Scarborough Orthotics
Contact Details
Phone: 01723342019
Email: yhs-tr.orthoticsadminmailbox1@nhs.net
Address: Opcare, Orthotics Department, Scarborough General Hospital, Woodlands Drive, Scarborough, YO12 6QL
How to get here
By car:
- Scarborough General Hospital is located on Woodlands Drive, Scarborough (YO12 6QL), to the north of Scarborough town centre
- From Scarborough town centre, follow signs for Throxenby / A171 and continue north towards Woodlands Drive
- The hospital entrance is clearly signposted from surrounding main roads
- Sat nav users should enter the postcode YO12 6QL to arrive at the hospital site
- On‑site parking is available; please allow extra time during busy periods
Via public transport:
- Scarborough General Hospital is easily accessible from Scarborough town centre by bus, with regular services stopping close to the hospital grounds
- From Scarborough Railway Station, take a local bus towards Scarborough Hospital; services run frequently throughout the day
- Several bus routes, including services along Falsgrave Road and Woodlands Drive, provide direct links between the town centre and the hospital
- From the bus stop, the hospital is a short, level walk, with paved routes and pedestrian crossings available
Bridlington Orthotics
Contact Details
Phone: 01723342019
Email: yhs-tr.orthoticsadminmailbox1@nhs.net
Address: Opcare, Orthotics Department, Bridlington General Hospital, Bessingby Road, Bridlington, YO16 4QP
How to get here
By car:
- Bridlington General Hospital is located on Bessingby Road, Bridlington (YO16 4QP), to the south‑west of Bridlington town centre
- From Bridlington town centre, follow signs for Bessingby / A614, heading inland away from the seafront
- Continue along Bessingby Road, where the hospital is clearly signposted
- Sat nav users should enter the postcode YO16 4QP to arrive at the hospital site
- On‑site parking is available; please allow extra time during busy periods
Via public transport:
- Bridlington General Hospital is accessible from Bridlington town centre by local bus services, with stops close to the hospital on Bessingby Road
- From Bridlington Railway Station, take a local bus towards Bessingby / Bridlington Hospital; services run regularly throughout the day
- Several bus routes provide direct links between the town centre and the hospital from surrounding areas
- From the bus stop, the hospital is a short, level walk, with pavements and pedestrian crossings available
Grimsby Orthotics
Contact Details
Phone: 03033 304587
Address: Opcare, Orthotics Department, Diana Princess of Wales Hospital, Scartho Road, Grimsby, DN33 2BA
How to get here
By car:
- Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital is located on Scartho Road, Grimsby (DN33 2BA), to the south‑west of Grimsby town centre
- From Grimsby town centre, follow signs for A46 / Scartho Road, heading towards Scartho and Laceby
- Continue along Scartho Road, where the hospital site and entrances are clearly signposted
- Sat nav users should enter the postcode DN33 2BA to arrive at the hospital site
- On‑site parking is available; please allow extra time during busy periods
Via public transport:
- Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital is accessible from Grimsby town centre by local bus services, with stops located close to the hospital site on Scartho Road
- From Grimsby Town Railway Station, take a local bus towards Scartho / Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital; services run regularly throughout the day
- Several bus routes provide direct links between the town centre, surrounding residential areas and the hospital
- From the bus stop, the hospital is a short, level walk, with pavements and pedestrian crossings available
Scunthorpe Orthotics
Contact Details
Phone: 03033 302224
Address: Opcare, Orthotics Department, Scunthorpe General Hospital, Cliff Gardens, Scunthorpe, DN15 7BH
How to get here
By car:
- Scunthorpe General Hospital is located on Cliff Gardens, Scunthorpe (DN15 7BH), close to the town centre
- From Scunthorpe town centre, follow signs towards Doncaster / A18, then continue towards Cliff Gardens
- The hospital site is clearly signposted from surrounding main roads
- Sat nav users should enter the postcode DN15 7BH to arrive at the hospital site
- On‑site parking is available; please allow extra time during busy periods
Via public transport:
- Scunthorpe General Hospital is accessible from Scunthorpe town centre by local bus services, with stops located close to the hospital site
- From Scunthorpe Railway Station, take a local bus or taxi towards Scunthorpe General Hospital; services run regularly throughout the day
- Several bus routes provide direct links between the town centre, surrounding residential areas and the hospital
- From the bus stop, the hospital is a short, level walk, with pavements and pedestrian crossings available
Goole Orthotics
Contact Details
Phone: 03033 302224
Address: Opcare, Orthotics Department, Goole and District Hospital, Woodland Avenue, Goole, DN14 6RX
How to get here
By car:
- Goole and District Hospital is located on Woodland Avenue, Goole (DN14 6RX), close to Goole town centre
- From Goole town centre, follow local signs towards Boothferry Road / Woodland Avenue
- Continue along Woodland Avenue, where the hospital site is clearly signposted
- Sat nav users should enter the postcode DN14 6RX to arrive at the hospital site
- On‑site parking is available; please allow extra time during busy periods
Via public transport:
- Goole and District Hospital is accessible from Goole town centre by local bus services, with stops located close to the hospital site
- From Goole Railway Station, take a local bus or taxi towards Goole and District Hospital; services operate regularly throughout the day
- Several local bus routes provide links between the town centre, surrounding residential areas and the hospital
- From the bus stop, the hospital is a short, level walk, with pavements and pedestrian crossings available
In the clinic
If anything comes to mind while you are visiting any of our clinics, you can give us your feedback through a paper form. Please ask your clinician, or at reception, and they will be able to provide this for you.
Compliments and complaints – Feedback via website
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The service we offer is fully integrated, providing a seamless experience for patients and a single point of contact for Clinical, Administrative and Technical services.
Orthotics FAQs
How quickly will I get an appointment?
When you are referred to the Orthotic Service by a health professional, your referral is reviewed and prioritised accordingly. We will contact you to offer the next available appointment. Waiting times vary, but we aim to see you within 6 weeks of receiving you referral (or 3 weeks for paediatric patients).
Do I have to pay for my treatment or orthosis?
No, the cost of your treatment and orthosis is covered by the NHS.
If you wish to have additional orthoses above the standard entitlement, you may need to pay for these. The standard entitlement, determined by the NHS and which we have to comply with, is as follows:
| AFO | Adult | Provide 1 (a 2nd can be issued based on clinical need but only if initial prescription is correct and agreed by both Orthotist & Patient) |
| Paediatrics | Provide 1 | |
| Footwear | Adult | Provide 2 Replace only when no longer cost effective to repair or patients’ needs change.
No more than 2 pairs can be provided within a 12-month period and shoes will only be replaced if beyond economic repair (patients can purchase additional pairs should they wish but must meet the costs of repair and maintenance themselves) |
| Paediatrics | Provide 1 – this is due to the nature and speed of a child’s growth; children are reviewed more frequently and receive new shoes based on growth as often as required until a time that growth is considered to have stopped and adult guidelines can be applied. Parent / carers can purchase additional pairs should they wish but they must meet the cost of repair and maintenance themselves) | |
| KAFO | Adults | Provide 2 – patients fully dependent on appliance and require 2nd to be available during repairs |
| Paediatrics | Provide 2 – patients fully dependent on appliance and require 2nd to be available during repairs | |
| Footwear Adaptations / Raise | Adults | Provide 2 initially and 1 every year thereafter (patients can purchase additional pairs should they wish). Patient must provide their own footwear within parameters advised by the Orthotist – sandals, slippers and work boots will not be adapted. Repairs will only be carried out to the adapted shoe (s) |
| Paediatrics | Provide 2 initially – number of adaptations thereafter will depend on growth and other factors i.e. school shoes and trainers for PE and outdoor use (parents / carer can purchase additional pairs should they wish) | |
| Footwear Adaptations / Socket | Adults | Provide 2 initially and 1 every year thereafter (patient can purchase additional pairs should they wish). Patients must provide their own footwear within parameters advised by the Orthotist – sandals, slippers and work boots will not be adapted. Repairs will only be carried out to the adapted shoe (s) |
| Paediatrics | Provide 2 initially. Number of adaptations thereafter will depend on growth and other factors i.e. school shoes and trainers for PE and outdoor use (parent / carer can purchase additional pairs should they wish) | |
| Footwear Repairs | Adults | As required – review specification if requiring frequent repair (may be subject to exemption report to commissioner) |
| Paediatrics | As required – review specification if requiring frequent repair (may be subject to exemption report to commissioner) | |
| Insoles | Adults | Provide 1 pair (patients can purchase additional pairs should they wish). Insoles can be moved between shoes |
| Paediatrics | Provide 1 pair (parents / carers can purchase additional pairs should they wish). Insoles can be moved between shoes | |
| Helmets | Adults | Provide 1 – a second may be provided if clinically indicated |
| Paediatrics | Provide 1 – with regular review to account for growth | |
| Hosiery | Adults | Provide 1 – stock hosiery provided, and then further pairs sourced via Patients GP. MTM hosiery 2 pairs initially then replace as and when no longer supporting or change to patient’s needs. |
| Paediatrics | SITE 1 & 2 Only Provide 2 – to allow for washing. Please note a prescription charge applies per pair. It the item is off shelf patients should be encouraged to get the prescription fulfilled via their GP and local pharmacist (M2M only) | |
| Temporary Devices (WHO, Off shelf AFO, Knee Braces etc:) | Adults | Provide 1 |
| Paediatrics | Provide 1 | |
| Off Loading Knee Braces | Adults | Non-complex Brace – 1 provided not for long term use therefore discharge after use
Complex – Off Loading Brace – 1 provided not for long term use therefore discharge after issue (stabilisation not applicable)
Only issues after positive response to 1 hour assessment trial & compliance discussion |
| Paediatrics | Case by Case |
If you require an orthosis, it will be ordered for you directly by your orthotist. Lead times vary depending on the device you need and the number of fitting appointments – sometimes a few days, sometimes up to a couple of months. Your orthotist will advise how long it should take for the orthosis to arrive.
Will I get training on how to use my orthosis?
Yes, your orthotist will demonstrate how to wear and care for your device before you start using it. Information leaflets are also supplied with devices to serve as a reminder once you get back home. It is important that you maintain your orthosis properly to ensure it lasts as long as possible.
How often will I need to have an appointment?
This will depend on your needs and the device you are wearing. However, it is important that you attend review appointments from time to time to ensure that your orthosis is still suitable for you. Your orthotist will advise how frequently you should attend an appointment.
What if my orthosis breaks?
We can repair your orthosis if it is showing signs of wear and tear. You should stop wearing your orthosis as soon as you notice any damage and contact the service to arrange a repair or replacement.
Will I have to wear my orthosis constantly?
The length of wear time depends according to the type of orthosis and your specific needs. Your orthotist will create a bespoke wear plan with you when your orthosis is fitted.
