Contact Orthopedic technology Care solutions Orthoses An orthosis is used to stabilize, relieve, immobilize, guide or correct the limbs or torso. Find out more Prostheses A prosthesis is a visual replacement for a limb and performs various functions of the missing part of the body. Find out more Orthoprostheses In the event of malformation, an orthoprosthesis compensates for the shorter length of the leg and, if necessary, provides corrective support. Find out more Everyday aids Personal everyday aids are used to treat amputations or congenital deformities on upper extremities. Find out more Protect, support and correct Individual orthoses An orthosis is used to stabilize, relieve, immobilize, guide or correct the limbs or torso. This prevents or corrects incorrect postures and strains. Orthopedic aids include orthopedic braces – short-term or permanent – after accidents and surgeries. Orthoses are also used for congenital malpositions and age-related signs of wear. In contrast to flexible bandages, orthoses are made of stronger materials, such as plastic, in order to limit movements or correct skeletal deformities. We manufacture individual orthoses for children and adults. Orthoses for finger, hand and arm In the region of the upper extremities, orthoses are primarily used to improve hand and arm function. Find out more Orthoses for foot, leg and hip We will fashion an individual orthosis for you specifically tailored to your foot deformity or particular ailment, Find out more Corset This orthosis fits around the torso to correct spinal deformities. Find out more Pigeon chest orthosis This orthosis exerts slight pressure on the chest so that the deformity is corrected using natural growth. Find out more Helmet In early childhood skull deformities, the helmet gently guides the head into the most anatomical and aesthetic shape possible. Find out more Positioning system Positioning systems support one or more lying position(s). For patients who need to be repositioned at night, it is advisable to use change-out systems. Find out more Visual and functional replacement Individual prostheses A prosthesis visually replaces a limb and performs various functions of the missing part of the body, if necessary. While the main goal of a passive prosthesis is to look as realistic as possible, functional, microprocessor-controlled arm and leg prostheses can also implement more complex movements (grabbing, climbing stairs, etc.). Prostheses for finger, hand and arm With its gestures, motor skills and sensory properties, the hand is one of the most complex organs. When it comes to replacing fingers, hands or the entire arm with a prosthesis, professional competence is absolutely crucial. Find out more Prostheses for foot, leg, and hip Choosing the right prosthesis and, above all, choosing the perfect shaft, plays an important role in optimal treatment with prostheses on the lower extremities. Find out more Combined orthosis and prosthesis in one aid Individual orthoprostheses Orthoprostheses are aids that have both orthotic and prosthetic design features. Their aim is to compensate for the longitudinal deficit in the affected limb. The prosthesis portion is used for this purpose. It may also be necessary to provide corrective support for the affected leg. This is where the orthotic proportion comes into play. Orthoprostheses An orthoprosthesis compensates for the leg length deficit and, if necessary, provides corrective support. Find out more Greater quality of life in leisure, school and work Personalized everyday aids Personalized everyday aids are used to treat amputations or congenital deformities (dysmelia) in the upper extremities. They can significantly support the user in everyday life. In principle, we can build every conceivable aid to meet individual requirements – from violin aid to eating and writing aids to steering or basketball aid. Everyday aids An individual hand or arm tool that makes it easier for you to perform a specific activity (e.g. eating, cycling, etc.). Find out more Departments Diagnosis Treatment solutions Physiotherapy Locations Traunstein Aschau München Nürnberg Heidelberg Köln Berlin Wien Headquarter Pohlig GmbH Grabenstätter Straße 1 83278 Traunstein Follow us © 2021 Pohlig GmbH