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SMO’S (Supra
Mulleolar Orthosis)
SMO increase mechanical control, especially
in the coronal plan Limited control in
saggital plane.
Improved Efficiency
Children who pronate a great deal of energy
through their feet, legs and upper body in
an attempt to counter imbalances caused by
pronation related instabilities. When worn,
the SPORC Design system helps to stabilize
the foot and ankle, which reduces the need
for extensive balance compensation. The
energy that was expanded through maintaining
balance can now be redirected toward
endurance.
Increased
Stability
While there are
many different types of orthoses that
attempt to correct low tone Pronation, only
the SPORC Design system uses the unique,
patented principle of compressing the foot
into neutral alignment. The SPORC Design
system is made of an extremely lightweight
and flexible plastic, which allows the
pressure to be evenly distributed around the
foot, creating a type of hydrostatic
compression within the walls of the SPORC
Design system .This truly dynamic concept
allows for more natural movement of the foot
and ankle while still maintaining proper
alignment through standing, walking and
running.
 Better
Alignment
Excesive
pronation puts undue stess on the knees and
hips by changing of the alignment of the
lower extremities. This can be the source of
decreased endurance and the “tired legs”
complaint often heard from children who
pronate. The SPORC design systemhelps to
stabilizw the foot and ankle, which helps to
relieve the stress from the knee and hip
joints.
More Fun
Because of the
unique, patented trimlines of the SPORC
Design , more physical activities are now
attainable for your child. Squatting,
jumping, and running makes playtime more
fun!
More Natural
Development of Balance Reactions
Traditional
rigid bracing creates a hard barriers
between the foot and floor. This rigid
barriers reduces the ability of joint
receptors to function normally, and in turn,
inhibits the natural development of balance
reactions. This has increased the reluctance
of many physicians and physical therapists
to recommend bracing for children with low
muscle tone. The unique properties of the
thermoplastic used in the fabrication of the
SPORC Design system allows the foot to move
naturally without restricting intrinsic
movements. This facilitates the development
of balance reactions and the intrinsic
musculature of the foot.
 
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