Treatment of postural defects
Postural defects are conditions that occur in both children and adults. They can be divided into two categories: congenital defects and acquired defects, resulting from external factors. Acquired postural defects may be caused by an unhealthy lifestyle, lack of physical activity, obesity, or sedentary work.
Indications for the treatment of postural defects:
- scoliosis,
- lordosis,
- kyphosis,
- rounded back,
- flat back,
- pigeon chest,
- funnel chest,
- lower limb defects.
Postural defects - diagnostics and treatment
If you notice factors indicating the presence of postural defects in yourself or your child, such as spinal curvature or asymmetry of the shoulders/scapulae/feet, be sure to consult an orthopaedic specialist. Only a specialist will be able to properly diagnose your postural defect, assess its severity, and prescribe appropriate treatment. Excellent results in the treatment of postural defects are achieved with rehabilitation. It allows for the correction of existing defects and restoration of the patient's mobility.
Orthopaedic specialists for postural defects and lower limb alignment
Get a diagnosis and treatment plan for spinal curvature, posture issues and lower limb defects.
What are lower limb defects?
Deformities in the lower limbs are one of the most common pathologies that can lead to postural defects. Lower limb defects are not only congenital, deformities can also occur as a result of injuries, overloads, or defects and distortions of higher body parts.
Indications for the treatment of lower limb defects:
- knock knees,
- bow legs,
- longitudinal flat feet,
- transverse flat feet,
- flatfoot with valgus,
- clubfoot,
- hollow foot,
- toe deformities.
Lower limb defects - diagnostics and treatment
Diagnostics always begin with an assessment of the defect present in the patient and its impact on daily functioning. The most commonly used methods in the treatment of lower limb defects are: appropriately tailored rehabilitation and orthopedic insoles. At the OpenMed Medical Centre, we use reliable Formthotics insoles in the treatment of our patients.
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The cost of services related to the treatment of postural defects and other services can be found in our price list.