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Our Orthotics Service will assess and provide adults and children with external supports/braces or splints which may help to achieve a particular goal. These are provided to improve functional ability such as:

Walking
To reduce pain
To prevent a condition worsening.

Our orthotists work in close partnership with other professions such as podiatrists and physiotherapists. Opcare Ltd provide the service with Qualified Orthotic clinicians.

We provide:

Assessments
Advice on self-help options
Advice and education on how to use your support and how to look after it
Ready-made supports
Special made to measure supports/braces if clinically appropriated.

Where is the service provided?

The Orthotics Service is provided in clinics at:

Primary Care Centre
Turner Road
Colchester
CO4 3GW Click here for map

Clacton and Distict Hospital
Tower Road
Clacton CO15 1LH Click here for map

How to access the service

Referrals are accepted from a registered health professional, including your GP or your consultant.