Bracing To Keep You On The Go
ABF/ROMCare provides multiple different options for patient’s orthopedic bracing needs. We are not restricted when it comes to ordering the right brace for your needs based on each individuals specific diagnosis and are capable of working with all manufacturers. ABF/ROMCare has the ability to order numerous bracing options, keeping the patients outcome and comfort as our number one goal.
The most common joint problems come from arthritis and injuries. Arthritis literally means joint inflammation. Although joint inflammation describes a symptom or sign rather than a specific diagnosis, the term “arthritis” often refers to any disorder affecting the joints. These disorders fall within the broader category known as rheumatic diseases, of which there are more than 100 kinds, and are characterized by inflammation as well as loss of function of one or more connecting or supporting structures of the body.
- More than 46 million people in the United States have arthritis or other rheumatic conditions. By the year 2020, this number is expected to reach 60 million. These diseases more frequently limit activity than do heart disease, cancer, or diabetes.
- The most common form of arthritis is osteoarthritis. It is seen especially among older people and is sometimes called degenerative joint disease. In osteoarthritis, the surface layer of cartilage (the hard but slippery tissue that covers the ends of bones) breaks down and wears away, causing pain, swelling, and loss of joint motion.
- About 435,000 Americans have a hip or knee replaced each year. Because of its structure and weight-bearing capacity, the knee is the most commonly injured joint. In the case of hip joint damage, osteoarthritis is the most common cause.
- Young adults who have had a previous joint injury are more likely to develop osteoarthritis. Researchers are looking for ways to prevent cartilage breakdown after injury.
NIH Medline Plus Magazine
Examples of what we can provide for YOU
- Functional Knee Bracing
- Patellofemoral Bracing
- AFO
- OA Unloader Knee Bracing
- Pneumatic Walking Boots
- Shoulder & Elbow Braces
- Ankle Bracing
- Sports Performance Bracing
