Specialist Orthotic Care for Children with Movement Difficulties
Supporting children with conditions such as cerebral palsy and development disorders through personalised orthotic assessment
Orthotic care provided by clinical specialist Dr Declan Sweeney, PhD with over 20 years of experience in biomechanics and orthotics.
Supporting Childrens Movement and Mobility
Children with neurological or developmental conditions may benefit from additional support to improve stability, alignment, and movement during everyday activities.
Through careful clinical assessment and personalised orthotic design, the right orthosis can help support more stable and efficient movement.
Each child is assessed individually so orthotic recommendations are tailored to their specific needs and stage of development.
The goal is always to support comfort, mobility, and participation in everyday activities.
Children I Support
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Cerebral Palsy
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Toe walking
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Developmental delay affecting walking
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Gait abnormalities
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Reduced stability during walking
Orthoses Provided
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Moulded Foot Orthoses (UCBL)
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Supramalleolar Orthoses (SMO)
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Ankle Foot Orthoses (AFO)
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Ground Reaction Ankle Foot Orthoses (GRAFO)
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Twisters (Hip Knee Ankle Foot Orthoses)
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Dynamic Movement/Lycra Orthoses
What Happens at the Assessment
You child's assessment includes:
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Discussion of your childs development and orthotic history
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observation of standing and walking
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clinical examination of alignment and movement
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discussion of orthotic options
Parents are encouraged to ask questions so they fully understand the options available.
Contact
If you would like to discuss whether orthotic care may help your child, you are welcome to get in touch to talk about your child’s situation.
Appointments can then be arranged if appropriate.
phone: 089 490 1950
email: info@orthoticsclinic
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