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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 may include the following:
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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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