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Stifle (Knee) Braces | Hock (Ankle) and Paw Braces | Elbow Braces | Carpus and Paw Braces 

Below Hock Level Prosthetics | Fore-Limb Prosthetics | How to Order | FAQ | Success Stories

Canine Orthotics includes leg braces and splints designed to support specific aspects of dog's leg. They are typically custom-made or custom-adjusted for the dog, and based on a veterinary diagnosis and a plaster cast that is made for the dog's injured leg. Typically, they will cost between $600 and $800, but can vary depending on the size and weight of the pet and the type of device that is needed.

Canine Prosthetics refer to devices that replace a missing leg or foot. After a consultation with your veterinarian, custom K9 prosthetics are custom-designed for your dog. They are based on a plaster cast made of what remains of the leg. Typically, they cost around $1,200 and include a two-stage fitting process where a device is made for the dog then, after it has been used for a time, adjusted for an exact fit.

Canine Splints are simple off-the-shelf support devices that are ordered based on leg measurements and used to support an injured or healing lower leg (only). More on dog leg splints can be found here.

Examples of the different types of prosthetics and orthotics are shown below on this page.

How to Order: 

Get a referral from your Vet (Click to view the form) - Prosthetics and Orthotics are prescribed by your veterinarian. Your vet will fill out a K9 Prosthetic and K9 Orthotics referral form. Please fill in and fax back to us at (603) 584-9349

Review the checklist (Click to view the form) - The form outlines the steps necessary.

Complete the customer agreement  for either an ORTHOTIC or a PROSTHETIC with the manufacturer. All devices are manufactured by our partner; a leading team of professionals located in Denver, Colorado. They will be working directly with both you and your veterinarian to assure the best possible outcome. Please fill in and fax back to us at (603) 584-9349.

Take measurements and Create a Plaster Cast.  Your veterinarian may have the necessary fiberglass casting materials. If not, they can be purchased directly from the manufacturer and you can bring the kit to your vet to have the cast made. This is an ideal time to take measurements and fill in a measurement for that is specific to the injury.

PLASTER CAST and MEASUREMENT INSTRUCTIONS

Front Leg Brace : Elbow | Carpus | Carpus and Paw       MEASUREMENT INSTRUCTIONS: Elbow | Carpus and Paw

Front Leg Dog Prosthetic: Above Carpus | Carpus Disarticulation | Below Carpus  MEASUREMENT: Above Carpus | Carpus Disarticulation | Below Carpus

Back Leg Brace: Stifle | Stifle, Tarsus,Paw | Tarsus | Tarsus and Paw   MEASUREMENT: Stifle | Stifle, Tarsus |  Tarsus and Paw

Back Leg Prosthetic: Above Tarsus | Tarsus Disarticulation | Below Tarsus MEASUREMENT: Above Tarsus | Tarsus Disarticulation | Below Tarsus

STIFLE (KNEE) BRACES

	ACL BRACE
	USES	- for use after common surgical repairs such as a lateral structure repair, Extra capsular procedure or a "tight rope" procedure - used for support of the stifle joint for long term protection and stability for those who aren't pursuing surgical treatment
	DESIGN	- absorbs, stores and returns the forces produced from cranial tibial thrust - provides control and support - allows dog to perform normal activities - allows joint to bend and strengthen - helps avoid loss of muscle mass during recovery - lined with a foam padding to provide maximum skin protection from irritation or abrasions - waterproof
	FRAME	- available in composite plastic or carbon fiber

	LUXATING PATELLA BRACE
	USES	- for use after surgical repairs to stabilize the Patella  - used as a "sports brace" to reduce re occurrence of injury during activity
	DESIGN	- provides global stability to the stifle joint preventing injury if and when the patella luxates - allows dog to perform normal activities - allows joint to bend and strengthen - helps avoid loss of muscle mass during recovery - lined with a foam padding to provide maximum skin protection from irritation or abrasions - waterproof
	FRAME	- available in composite plastic or carbon fiber

	MCL-LCL/PCL LIGAMENT BRACE
	USES	- for use after surgical repairs to the stifle joint region
	DESIGN	-side to side control allows normal hock joint flexion and extenuation motion -protects from hyper-extension -allows joint to bend and strengthen -helps avoid loss of muscle mass during recovery -lined with a foam padding to provide maximum skin protection from irritation or abrasions -waterproof
	FRAME	- available in composite plastic or carbon fiber

HOCK (ANKLE) AND PAW BRACES

	ACHILLES TENDON BRACE
	USES	-for use after surgical repairs such as arthrodesis, internal fixation methods or for long term splinting -long term support system or sports brace
	DESIGN	-immobilizes the hock joint to support and protect the toe tendons and the achilles tendon -allows dog to perform normal activity while protected and supported  -lined with a foam padding to provide maximum skin protection from irritation or abrasions -waterproof
	FRAME	- available in composite plastic or carbon fiber

	REPAIRED ACHILLES TENDON BRACE
	USES	-for use after surgical repairs such as arthrodesis, internal fixation methods or for long term splinting  -long term support system
	DESIGN	-immobilizes the hock joint to protect from re-injury -allows dog to perform normal activity while protected and supported -lined with a foam padding to provide maximum skin protection from irritation or abrasions -waterproof
	FRAME	- available in composite plastic or carbon fiber

	HIND PAW NERVE DAMAGE BRACE
	USES	-for use after surgical repair within the hock joint region -long term support system
	DESIGN	-correctly positions the paw and toes into a normal standing position -allows dog to perform normal activity while protected and supported -lined with a foam padding to provide maximum skin protection from irritation or abrasions -waterproof
	FRAME	- available in composite plastic or carbon fiber

	HIND PAW AND TOE INJURY BRACE
	USES	-for use after surgical repair within the toes and paw region -long term support to the paw
	DESIGN	-correctly positions the paw and toes into a normal standing position -protects bottom surface of paw against re-injury -stabilizes and supports the paw after multiple toes have been amputated  -allows dog to perform normal activity while protected and supported -lined with a foam padding to provide maximum skin protection from irritation or abrasions -waterproof
	FRAME	- available in composite plastic or carbon fiber

	ARTICULATING HOCK JOINT BRACE
	USES	-for use after surgical repair within the hock joint region -long term support to the paw
	DESIGN	-side to side control allows normal hock joint flexion and extension motion -protects from hyper-extension -allows dog to perform normal activity while protected and supported -lined with a foam padding to provide maximum skin protection from irritation or abrasions -waterproof
	FRAME	- available in composite plastic or carbon fiber

ELBOW BRACES

	ELBOW BRACE
	USES	-for use after surgical repair within the elbow joint region -provides support and control of elbow region -reduce pain in dogs with significant arthritis or DJD
	DESIGN	-side to side control allows normal elbow joint flexion and extension -partial immobilization to reduce pain induced from significant arthritis, DJD and other issues -lined with a foam padding to provide maximum skin protection from irritation or abrasions -waterproof
	FRAME	- available in composite plastic or carbon fiber

CARPUS AND PAW BRACES

	HYPER-EXTENDING CARPUS BRACE
	USES	-for use after surgical repair within the carpus joint region -provides support and control of carpus region
	DESIGN	-absorbs, stores and returns energy and force during activity -blocks excessive extension collapse -promotes normal limb function while providing support and control -helps avoid loss of muscle mass during recovery -lined with a foam padding to provide maximum skin protection from irritation or abrasions -waterproof
	FRAME	- available in composite plastic or carbon fiber

	BRACHIAL PLEXUS AND RADIAL NERVE INJURY BRACE
	USES	-for use after surgical repair within the carpus joint region -long term support and control of carpus region
	DESIGN	-correctly positions the paw and toes into a normal standing position -prevents flexion contractures (unmovable bent position) -allows for potential nerve regeneration -lined with a foam padding to provide maximum skin protection from irritation or abrasions -waterproof
	FRAME	- available in composite plastic or carbon fiber

	MEDIAL/LATERAL BRACE
	USES	-for use after surgical repair within the carpus joint region -side to side support system
	DESIGN	-side to side control allows normal joint flexion and extension -prevents hyper-extension -lined with a foam padding to provide maximum skin protection from irritation or abrasions -waterproof
	FRAME	- available in composite plastic or carbon fiber

	JOINT FUSION (arthrodesis) & OSTEO-SARCOMA BRACE
	USES	-for use after surgical repairs such as arthrodesis, internal fixation methods or for long term splinting -long term splinting
	DESIGN	-immobilizes the carpus joint to protect the arthrodesis (fusion) -immobilizes the hock joint to support and protect the toe tendons -protects against bone fracture caused by weakened bone from Osteosarcoma -lined with a foam padding to provide maximum skin protection from irritation or abrasions -waterproof
	FRAME	- available in composite plastic or carbon fiber

BELOW HOCK LEVEL PROSTHETICS

	BILATERAL BELOW HOCK LEVEL PROSTHETIC
	USES	-for use after an elective level of amputation of the hind-limb that leaves the tibia/fibula including the malleoli and an adequate soft tissue flap over bottom surface of bone -also used for revised congenital deformity
	DESIGN	-industry leading design concept which includes a socket fitting to ensure a great fit, a temporary device during production of the final prosthetic -anti-migration and rotation design ensures a stable fit and function -soft protection for very bottom surface of residual limb -lined with a foam padding to provide maximum skin protection from irritation or abrasions -waterproof
	FRAME	- available in composite plastic or carbon fiber

	BILATERAL BELOW HOCK LEVEL PROSTHETIC
	USES	-for use after an elective level of amputation of the hind-limb that leaves the tibia/fibula including the malleoli and an adequate soft tissue flap over bottom surface of bone -also used for revised congenital deformity
	DESIGN	-industry leading design concept which includes a socket fitting to ensure a great fit, a temporary device during production of the final prosthetic -anti-migration and rotation design ensures a stable fit and function -soft protection for very bottom surface of residual limb -lined with a foam padding to provide maximum skin protection from irritation or abrasions -waterproof
	FRAME	- available in composite plastic or carbon fiber

FORE-LIMB PROSTHETICS

	ABOVE CARPUS JOINT PROSTHETIC
	USES	-for use after an elective level of amputation leaving 40% or more of radius/ulna and an adequate soft tissue flap over bottom surface of bone -also used for revised congenital deformity
	DESIGN	-industry leading design concept which includes a socket fitting to ensure a great fit, a temporary device during production of the final prosthetic -anti-migration and rotation design ensures a stable fit and function -soft protection for very bottom surface of residual limb  -lined with a foam padding to provide maximum skin protection from irritation or abrasions -waterproof
	FRAME	- available in composite plastic or carbon fiber

	CARPUS JOINT PROSTHETIC
	USES	-for use after an elective level of amputation of; carpus joint or below, a paw segment. Leaving an adequate soft tissue flap over bottom surface of bone -also used for revised congenital deformity
	DESIGN	-industry leading design concept which includes a socket fitting to ensure a great fit, a temporary device during production of the final prosthetic -anti-migration and rotation design ensures a stable fit and function -soft protection for very bottom surface of residual limb  -lined with a foam padding to provide maximum skin protection from irritation or abrasions -waterproof
	FRAME	- available in composite plastic or carbon fiber

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