Product/Service

Hanger Orthotics Patient Services

Source: Hanger Orthopedic Group, Inc.
The Hanger Orthotics Program was developed to provide enhanced levels of care that promotes the highest levels of independence and function for patients of all ages and abilities.
The Hanger Orthotics Program was developed to provide enhanced levels of care that promotes the highest levels of independence and function for patients of all ages and abilities. The program maintains a local network of practitioners who provide the highest levels of service and patient care available in the field of orthotics. This first of its kind nationally, this innovative program offers treatment protocols in the following areas:

Pediatrics
Adult
Neuromuscular Pathology
Spinal
Spinal Cord Injury
Sports

Products include:
Upper Extremity
Lower Extremity
Hip
Knee
Foot
Spinal
Scoliosis
Sports Orthoses

To achieve superior patient outcomes for the Hanger Orthotics Program, treatment involves a multidisciplinary approach to patient care. Advanced training sessions are regularly held on a variety of orthotic specializations. Upon completion of these intensive courses, Hanger practitioners are designated as Orthotic Specialists. Certified orthotists are highly trained clinicians providing custom-fit or custom-made orthoses designed to increase the patient's mobility and decrease rehabilitation time. Orthotic care can positively influence recovery for the post-operative patient who suffered a stroke or the acutely-injured weekend warrior who overexerted themselves. Properly fitted orthoses offer patients a dramatically improved quality of life.

"We strive to meet the needs of our patients through clinical leadership," said Deanna Fish, CPO, M.S., and Director of Clinical Training. "The goal of Hanger's orthotic programs is to provide a comprehensive rehabilitation process, including both products and services, to increase each patient's functional ability. Ultimately our purpose as health care providers is to 'add life to years, not just years to life.'"

Many orthotic patients have suffered through years of pain and discomfort seeking relief. Our older orthotic patients typically have ailments such as polio, diabetes, osteoporosis and conditions that limit their freedom of movement. Additional candidates for orthotic devices include people with neuromuscular and spinal conditions as well as basic sports injuries. Hanger orthotic products include devices for the head, neck, shoulders, arms, hands, spine, hips, legs, ankles and feet.

Hanger Orthopedic Group, Inc., Two Bethesda Metro Center, Suite 1200, Bethesda, MD 20814-6100. Tel: 301-280-4531; Fax: 301-280-4652.