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 North
Shore Orthotics-Prosthetics uses the most advanced techniques and
materials to make sturdy, lightweight and functional limbs and braces.
All Orthoses and Prostheses
are fitted and manufactured on-site, going through various phases, which
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1-EVALUATION-
Patient comes in with a prescription from his or her physician. NSOP
Practitioners review each person's prescription and evaluate the needs
of the patient, discussing all options. |
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| 2-SYSTEM DESIGN-
Formulated in accordance with the patient's goals and lifestyle. The
proper orthosis or prosthesis and its accompanying componentry and
materials are then selected and designed. |
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3-MEASURE
& CASTING- The patient is measured and a customized cast is made
in one of our fitting rooms and then turned over to the Lab for fabrication.
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| 4-DEVICE FABRICATION-
The Lab creates a mold from the cast which the Practitioner modifies
for an accurate fit and even finish. Through a vacuum process, a sturdy,
lightweight plastic is heated over the mold and formed into a custom
prosthesis/orthosis. |
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5-ASSEMBLY-
The new customized device is then assembled with the selected componentry,
joints, and/or covering materials |
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| 6-FINISHING-
Finishing touches are performed by sanding and smoothing out all surfaces
to make the finalized product. |
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7-DELIVERY
& FITTING- The patient is then fitted and adjusted with his or
her orthosis/prosthesis, and assisted in its proper functioning and
usages. This process is carried out by the treating Practitioner.
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| 8-ADJUSTMENTS
& FOLLOW-UP- Follow-up visits are made with each patient to adjust
the fittings until the patient reaches his or her maximum potential
and comfort level. |
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North
Shore Orthotics-Prosthetics
591 Bicycle Path
Port Jefferson Station, N.Y., 11776
Phone: 631-928-3040
Fax: 631-474-8020
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