Howard: See An Independent Certified Orthotist

Howard: See An Independent Certified Orthotist

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WHY YOU SHOULD SEE AN INDEPENDENT CERTIFIED ORTHOTIST FOR YOUR CUSTOM FITTING NEEDS

The Difference Between Seeing a Licensed CPO vs. a Doctor’s Office Aide. When you are in need of a custom orthotic device, you may think going to your primary physician’s office is your best

completing residency programs specifically for bracing, in order to become the experts that they are in the field. Our orthotists have a specialty laboratory, set up with the tools, equipment, and materials needed to customize the fit of your device for your unique body part. This is something that you simply will not be able to find in a doctor’s office! While a doctor’s office aidemay be trained in the basics of bracing, they do not have the extensive knowledge, experience, and specialization that you will find in our practice. In most cases, a doctor’s office aidemay have taken a weekend training course, while an independent certified orthotist has trained for years to get where they are. Additionally, a doctor’s office aide will not have the necessary equipment to adjust, contour, sew, or heat mold a device to customize the fit specifically for you. When it comes to getting the best quality device, with the best fit, for your unique needs, an independent certified orthotist is the way to go. (continued inside)

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However, seeing an independent certified orthotist for a custom fit can ensure you are receiving the best device with the most comfortable fit for your specific needs. If you are searching for an orthotic device and you are unsure where to turn, Howard Orthotics and Prosthetics can help. Contact us today to learn how our orthosis services can help you function and move with ease through your daily life! The benefits of seeing an independent certified orthotist. At Howard Orthotics and Prosthetics, our independent certified orthotists design and fit braces (orthotics) every day, all day. Our dedicated team members have all gone to college for years, in addition to

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WILL I HAVE TO PAY MORE BY GOING TO A SPECIALIZED, HIGHLY TRAINED ORTHOTIST?

from the typical doctor visit rules. Doctor offices simply do not know the rules of bracing like we know them. In order to get the most for your money, an independent certified orthotist is your best bet! What are you waiting for? If you are in need of a custom orthotic device, don’t hesitate to contact Howard Orthotics and Prosthetics today. We will make sure you receive the best device for your needs, with the best fit, at the best price. Schedule your appointment today to get started on the first steps of your receiving your custom orthosis!

(continued from outside) To put it simply, no! The price of the device you receive is usually the same at the orthotist’s office as it is at the doctor’s office. Insurance companies have set the price for orthotic devices across the nation. Furthermore, at Howard Orthotics and Prosthetics, our orthotists bill health insurances for these devices all day, every day. We know how to navigate the distinctive rules of the bracing world, in order to get your health insurance to pay for your device. The health insurance coverage rules and limits of bracing are very different

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Try this simple exercise to help you feel better... Always consult your physical therapist or physician before starting exercises you are unsure of doing. EXERCISE ESSENTIALS

FOOT SLIDE AROM Sit in a chair with good posture. Slide one foot out in front. Slide it back again. Repeat 5 times on each foot.

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I find my greatest satisfaction is being able to walk side-by-side with my grandchildren! Success Story - James C.

“Although I realize that my results are not final, they are most encouraging to date. I find my greatest satisfaction is being able to walk side-by-side with my grandchildren. It is nice to have two legs to stand on once again. Thank you all at Howard Orthotics and Prosthetics.” I have more mobility with the brace! Success Story - Gary H. “My knee feels better since I got used to it. Sara did a great job of talking me through things. I have more mobility with the brace. I can go upstairs and sleep better. The brace takes away some of the pain. Just follow directions!”

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NEED A REASON FOR SPRING CLEANING? HERE’S THREE!

Allergy Symptom Reduction. A thorough cleaning can greatly reduce the amount of dust in your home, which is helpful considering about 20 million Americans are allergic to dust mites according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America. Cleanliness Produces Happiness. Maybe you don’t enjoy the process of cleaning, but the end result will leave you smiling. A 2010 study at the University of California, Los Angeles even found that having a clean home can improve your mood and reduce your risk of depression. Declutter and Do a Good Deed by Donating. An essential part of a successful spring

cleaning is getting rid of old items that are no longer used or worn. Apply the rule of thumb that if you haven’t made use of something in a year, it’s time for it to go. Fill bags and boxes of things, then donate them to a local charity so they can still be beneficial to someone else. Giving to others is an act that is associated with greater self-esteem, lower stress levels, and overall happiness. Source: Saxbe, DE and Repetti, R. “No place like home: home tours correlate with daily patterns of mood and cortisol.” Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin. January 2010. Accessed 4 April 2017. https://www.ncbi. nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19934011.

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