Guides

The London Orthotic Consultancy prides itself on offering superior service to our patients when it comes to orthotic design and manufacture. Our insole manufacturing process is no different.

Brand new, cutting-edge, smart, powered orthotic knee joint technology.

The London Orthotic Consultancy (LOC), in partnership with Bionic Power and Thuasne, proudly introduces the Agilik™ smart orthosis to the UK. Our clinicians have undergone extensive training to ensure expert fitting of this advanced orthotic technology.

Bespoke orthotic footwear provides a tailored solution for individuals facing foot-related challenges, ensuring both comfort and mobility. At LOC, we’re committed to delivering high-quality footwear that meets both your clinical and aesthetic needs.

Whether you need extra-depth shoes, modular modifications, or fully bespoke orthotics, our team will guide you through the process to find the best solution for you.

Designed 100% bespoke to meet your individual mobility goals and lifestyle

Learn how we assess, design, and manufacture our KAFOs in-house and what makes them different.

A Reciprocating Gait Orthosis (RGO) is a type of orthotic device, specifically a type of hip-knee-ankle-foot orthosis (HKAFO) and one of the most complex orthoses available. It can help patients with lower limb weakness or paralysis to walk by providing support and facilitating a natural, reciprocal gait pattern.

At the London Orthotic Consultancy, we’re embracing the evolution of 3D printing technology in orthotics and have our own 3D-printing manufacturing workshop on-site.

Bespoke carbon fibre orthotics represent a groundbreaking advancement in mobility solutions, offering unparalleled strength, lightweight design, and durability.

At the London Orthotic Consultancy, we specialise in custom orthotic solutions in our in-house carbon fibre manufacturing lab.

Precision-engineered for mobility, comfort, and confidence.

Feel more confident and achieve a more natural gait with the dynamic Neuro Swing knee joint system developed by advanced German orthopaedic technology company Fior & Gentz.

The LOC 3D Orthotic Scanner is a simple, easy-to-use app that helps us create your custom-made orthotic with precision. The precise 3D scan allows us to design and manufacture orthotics to the highest standards.

Designed 100% bespoke to meet your individual mobility goals and lifestyle

AFOs are the most commonly prescribed and fitted orthosis. Learn how we assess, design, manufacture ours in-house and what makes them different.

Precision-engineered for mobility, comfort, and confidence.

Achieve a more natural gait and a more energy efficient walking style with the dynamic Neuro Swing ankle joint system developed by advanced German orthopaedic technology company Fior & Gentz.

A tailored exercise program is essential for anyone undergoing chest bracing treatment or vacuum bell therapy. That’s why our pectus treatment packages include bespoke, tailored exercises as standard.

Vacuum bell therapy is a non-surgical way to improve pectus excavatum and correct your chest shape.

The LOC Scoliosis Brace is one of the UK’s only fully systematic, asymmetric braces designed, assessed, and manufactured entirely in-house by scoliosis clinicians.

Supporting you through scoliosis treatment

Success stories for world CP day

With LOC’s Scoliosis brace, the main goal is to correct the curve by straightening the spine and holding it in place. Normally with scoliosis patients, their vertebrae are compressed asymmetrically, and this inhibits growth on one side while not inhibiting growth on the othe

In recognition of National Foot Drop Awareness Day, we’re sharing real stories from patients currently receiving treatment.

If your child has been diagnosed with scoliosis, you may be wondering if their spinal curve will worsen as they grow. At LOC, we use key factors like age, bone development (Risser sign), and Cobb angle to estimate the risk of progression.

A quick guide to what orthotics are and how they can benefit a range of people with various conditions and needs.

World Clubfoot Day highlights the importance of early treatment for clubfoot. The Ponseti Method, combined with the Cunningham brace, offers a more comfortable and effective way to correct the condition. At LOC, we provide tailored treatments for babies and adults to help improve mobility and quality of life.

Understanding how to spot the signs and symptoms of scoliosis can help parents detect the condition earlier. This leads to better treatment outcomes for scoliosis patients and can reduce the need for spinal surgery later in life.

We’re often asked what lower limb orthotics are and how they can help with movement, stability, and pain relief. So, here’s a straightforward guide to what they are, how they work, and who they can help.