An Orthosis Is A Device Which Is Worn On The Body To Help Relieve Pain, Improve Function, Hold Or Control A Joint, Which Will Assist In Your Recovery. ICON Medical Has A Dedicated Orthotics Department, Staffed By Internationally Qualified And Recognized Professionals. During Your Visit, The Orthotist Will Discuss The Problems That You Are Encountering, Carry Out An Assessment And Agree With You The Most Appropriate Course Of Action To Take. The Outcome May, If Appropriate, Be A Prescription For An Orthosis Which Is Either Designed And Manufactured To The Individual Patients' Requirements, Or Is Selected From A Range Of Pre-Manufactured Devices Which Can Be Customized To Suit. An Orthosis May Be Provided At The Initial Visit Or Patients May Be Called Back For A Fitting Appointment. The Range Of Orthoses Available Encompasses A Very Wide Variety Of Devices, The Designs Of Which Are Based On Sound Biomechanical Principles And Which Are Manufactured Using Modern, Lightweight And, Where Possible, Cosmetic Materials.