OAPL in Rowville, Victoria | Orthotics & prosthetics service

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Locality: Rowville, Victoria

Phone: +61 1300 866 275

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14.02.2022 Congrats to our QLD team on a job well done! This may just be the biggest above knee socket in Australia! (we're claiming it )

10.02.2022 Did you know we can create your AFOs in a wide range of colours and styles? Just ask us at your next appointment

05.02.2022 Congrats to our QLD team on a job well done! This may just be the biggest above knee socket in Australia! (we're claiming it )

31.01.2022 Surfs Up! Lachlan is a keen surfer and wanted a water leg that would enable him to be able to pop up smoothly and seamlessly on his board a prosthetic foot can often get in the way, so we decided on a custom made peg foot! This ‘old technology’ has proven to be the best option for Lachlan he says he has never had as much balance and manoeuvrability as he does now with this set up. He will be able to easily change between this peg and his RUSH foot (not pictured) when not on his board. Can’t wait to see the leg in action!

25.01.2022 It was all fun and games with a favourite patients of ours in Brisbane recently! This shiny material is now all wrapped for Kiarras brand new legs!

25.01.2022 This week our Bendigo clinic (first facility in Australia!) were trained in the Ossur direct socket manufacturing technique. This technique sees the socket manufactured directly onto a patients stump and after just 1 hour curing time, the patient can start walking on their socket! Our first 3 patients and prosthetists have been delighted with the outcome of the excellent fit, patient comfort, and function this technique produces. This will greatly enhance treatment for inpatients and for rural and remote clients who travel long distances, you’ll be able to leave the facility with your finished prosthesis on the same day

24.01.2022 Cheers to the weekend! There is a big smile behind Mohamed's mask! This week we were finally able to fit Mohamed with his new myoelectric prosthesis + Taska Hand in Flemington. Thanks to James and the TASKA Prosthetics team as always (pics in comments)

24.01.2022 A new waterproof and everyday leg for our Flemington patient this week! This particular design is known as an exoskeletal prosthesis. As opposed to an endoskeletal design (usually with a central pylon), the outer shell of an exoskeletal prosthesis performs the weight-bearing function for the user The everyday leg is also a well overdue upgrade from her 8 year old leg!

23.01.2022 It's been a busy week in our Perth clinic! Things made that little bit more fun in our new aprons though

23.01.2022 Great to see long term patient of ours Kelly Cartwright back out on the track! Whether your goals are to reach the Olympics or go for a casual Sunday run, we can help you with a range of recreational prostheses

22.01.2022 When ice cream is life! Some handy work in our Brisbane clinic this week

22.01.2022 Some very stylish Naked Prosthetics finger prostheses all fit and ready to go for a patient of ours in Sydney this week!

22.01.2022 Can you tell which finger is made of silicone? Another super impressive job by Prosthetic Art Technology for a patient of ours in Sydney!

21.01.2022 Did you know we can create your AFOs in a wide range of colours and styles? Just ask us at your next appointment

21.01.2022 June is #Lipoedema Awareness Month and a great opportunity to understand how Lipoedema affects people all around the world. At oapl we offer a range of products like the Lympha Press below that can assist in the management of Lipoedema symptoms. For more information, call us on 1300 866 275 or send us a direct message

20.01.2022 Adaptive clothing that fits and looks great has been hard to find until now! Check out the Inc Kid range of Australian made, 100% cotton products making life that little bit easier #Repost @inckidworld (@get_repost) Are you getting stressed about finding cool pants to fit your kids AFO, again this winter? We have the answer - check out our range of Buggy jeans. Sizes 2-16. ... . Available to buy now or preorder for an early - mid July dispatch! Free zip pulls with all preorders before June 30. . Check out the NDIS link on our website, to help you shop easier with your AT budget (Self and Third Party Managed plans). . #inclusivefashion #adaptivefashion #inclusive #inclusiveclothing #adaptiveclothing #cerebralpalsy #autism #adaptivekidsclothing #cp #orthotics #afo #afos #splint #cast #dexterity #occupationaltherapy #physiotherapy #downssyndrome #musculardystrophy #Rettsyndrome #AngelmanSyndrome #hypermobility #neurological #gdd #SpinalCordInjury #Spinabifida #Microcephaly #juvenilearthritis See more

19.01.2022 Great too see our @lymphatouch device being used by the best in the world! Here is @villarrealcf player Alberto Mareno using the device post recovery #Repost @18albertomp (@get_repost) In good hands @rubenpfisio @lymphatouch

19.01.2022 From our oapl teams right across Australia, we'd like to take this opportunity to wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Here's to a happy, healthy 2022

19.01.2022 Do you have trouble getting AFOs into shoes? Check out this BILLY Footwear option! Wrapping up our custom made paedaitric AFO with Becker Triple Action Joint very nicely

19.01.2022 For all of our VIC followers As part of our distribution supply to hospitals around Australia, oapl have both KN95 and Surgical Disposable face masks in-stock and available for purchase to the general public. These are now available for purchase via https://oaplshop.com.au/catalogsearch/result/?q=mask&cat=

19.01.2022 Check out Nathan's new leg! Much attention has been paid to all elements of this new prosthesis for Nathan who attends our Toowoomba clinic in Queensland. This leg features a timber look fabric used in the lamination process for a really nice finish!

18.01.2022 Check out this Bollywood inspired prosthetic socket from our Bendigo clinic! Featuring gold sequins for that extra bling

18.01.2022 It's been a busy week in our Perth clinic! Things made that little bit more fun in our new aprons though

18.01.2022 Another thigh lacer for a patient of ours in Bendigo! The leather corset in this leg helps to distribute the weight and suspension over the entire thigh and reduce weight taken through the stump. This particular prosthesis also has an Exoskeletal lower section to make the limb more robust whilst maintaining the shape of the leg!

17.01.2022 Andrew looking flash with his new leg in Perth this week!

17.01.2022 When an old design still has its purpose! These are for a patient of ours in Melbourne who has very short residual limbs. The thigh-lacer design helps with overall knee control and reduces the pressure placed on the limbs. For a life-like appearance we completed these with Fillauer Dreamskin

17.01.2022 We're working closely with Jesse this week as he trials the OmniHi5 FES (Functional Electrical Stimulation) device! Since experiencing a stroke in 2016, Jesse hasn't been able to independently move his right hand. Throughout this trial we'll be using the OmniHi5 device to assess Jesse's nerve pathways and functional capabilities

17.01.2022 Next week is National Amputee Awareness Week (4 11 October) and a chance to ‘Shine a Light’ on the number of people in Australia with limb loss - and a reminder to all amputees that you are not alone! This is a week dedicated to celebrating Australians living with limb loss, raising awareness of this lifelong disability, reducing the stigma that amputees can face, and sharing limb loss prevention information. During National Amputee Awareness Week October significant buil...dings, venues and landmarks across Australia will be lit up green to ‘put a spotlight’ on amputation and limb loss. A list of locations in your state or territory can be found at: www.limbs4life.org.au//shining-a-light-on-australian-amput Join us for National Amputee Awareness Week 2020 by sharing the message, and if you happen to visit or take photos of the landmarks in your area please share on social media using the following hashtags #ShineALight #NAAW20 #GetYourRibbonON

17.01.2022 Some more testing with myoelectric upper limb prosthetics this week! Technology that continues to amaze us

15.01.2022 Its all smiles today in Perth with another WalkAide II trial underway! Pictured is our lovely patient Fleur with resident oapl orthotist John

15.01.2022 Which leg is artificial? A very realistic cosmetic cover for a happy patient of ours in Sydney this week! Kudos to George our very talented prosthetist

15.01.2022 New Blog Now Online! Read all about foot drop, a common condition that effects thousands of Australian's every single day. We discuss what causes the condition and a number of treatment options available! https://www.oapl.com.au/blog/foot-drop-causes-solutions

15.01.2022 A big week of work at Peninsula Health this week! Here is Daniel with his new Fillauer AllPro foot and loving it Daniel is also an ambassador for the movement Its okay, not to be okay. A very important and worthwhile cause during these current times

14.01.2022 Some of the first custom AFOs ready to go in our new Carrum Downs clinic this week! Made for all patients big and small

14.01.2022 A few months ago we showed you the process for designing and fabricating custom footwear over custom AFOs. This was for our a client of ours in Melbourne with significant equinovarus foot posture. We are now able to show you the finished product! Our patient is still getting used to the new footwear, however we'll continue to work together and provide adjustments as required to ensure they're just right

14.01.2022 Check out this paediatric running leg all ready to go in our Sydney clinic this week!

14.01.2022 As an orthotist, our jobs regularly involve cases that are unique and very special This week weve been working closely with The Monash Childrens Hospital to design a protective cover for a baby born with Omphalocele, a rare defect that causes abnormalities in a babys abdominal wall. With the custom guard now in place, this little lady is ready to head home to start her recovery!

13.01.2022 To all our patients and customers, We, like you, are concerned about the spread of COVID-19 and are taking all the necessary precautions to ensure the health and safety of our staff and patients. Currently, appointments are still available and we are operating business as usual. Rest assured we are closely following all directives in accordance to the WHO, state and federal governments.... We take the health and well-being of our patients and staff very seriously and have increased sanitisation procedures to ensure were maintaining a clean and safe environment. We ask that you please make use of the available hand sanitiser in our clinics and practice hand washing hygiene before and after your appointments. If youve returned from overseas in the past 14 days, or are displaying any symptoms of being unwell including fever, cough, sore throat or shortness of breath, that you please call your local clinic and reschedule your appointment. We appreciate your understanding and support during these uncertain times and look forward to seeing them through together.

13.01.2022 Can you tell which finger is made of silicone? Another super impressive job by Prosthetic Art Technology for a patient of ours in Sydney!

13.01.2022 Introducing the long-awaited WalkAide II A new generation FES device for neurorehabilitation and those living foot drop! For more information, visit https://oapl.com.au/walkaide%C2%AE-ii

13.01.2022 Catch us at this years #AOPAtogether conference on October 8th & 9th! Still time to register below

12.01.2022 Check out our patient in Brisbane rocking his new Guns N Roses leg this week!

12.01.2022 Ever wondered how a prosthetic cover is shaped to look like a leg? Our Flemington technician Graham shows us exactly how! The process of shaping takes a lot of skill and practice, an art that Graham certainly has down pat

11.01.2022 Check out this extra personal socket design for a patient of ours in Sydney! Our patient had her grandchildren draw pictures on some white material to put on her new socket. Courtesy of the clever work of our technical team, we were able to maximise picture placement and avoid colour bleeding which can often happen with crayon and texta drawings

11.01.2022 Check out this Alleles prosthetic leg cover we fitted last week in our Sydney clinic! A great way to show off your creative flair

11.01.2022 Meet Glen! We’ve been working closely with Glen over the past couple of years at our in-service clinic in Shepparton. After experiencing his first amputation in January 2019, and then a second amputation in March this year, this is the first time Glen has been able to literally 'get back on the horse'! As a bilateral amputee, Glen said that Nothing’s changed! Felt normal being back in the saddle, and felt even better having my Aunty Lorraine, my sister Lynn and daughter M...yah there cheering me on! It is always such a rewarding moment as a prosthetist to see your patients return to doing the things they love most #happyfriday

11.01.2022 Thinking outside the box at our Royal Melbourne Hospital Clinic this week! We regularly see patients after trauma accidents who have had skin grafts that must remain untouched to heal after surgery. For this patient, we have a modified a BRAFO (Bed Rest Ankle Foot Orthosis) with a custom made suspension system to sit over the knee. This design will keep his Achilles stretched without putting pressure on the multiple skin grafts from ankle reconstruction surgery resulting in a much more comfortable and happy patient!

11.01.2022 An important reminder to check in on all of our loved ones today and ask the simple question, R U OK? It could make all the difference

10.01.2022 From oven to cast! Ever wondered how custom AFOs are made? Enjoy this look behind the scenes with our tech Adam!

09.01.2022 Running into the long weekend like... (Sorry QLD & WA)

09.01.2022 Col Pearse bringing the bling to our Flemington clinic this morning with his Paralympic Bronze Medal! An incredible journey for Col and one we've been privileged to be part of. Can't wait to see what's next!

08.01.2022 Recently we saw a patient in Clayton that was born with a chest wall deformity known as Pectus carinatum a case we dont treat too often! This occurs when there is overgrowth of the cartilage between the sternum and ribs and results in the middle of the chest protruding. Our patient will wear this orthosis over the coming months to help correct the shape of his chest - stay tuned as we follow his progress!

08.01.2022 Another custom OWLS Wound Healing #Orthosis fitted in our Frankston clinic recently (now moved to Carrum Downs!) This design is for a patient of ours who experiences chronic pain when weight bearing through the heel. By using this modified Orthomerica boot in conjunction with added patella tendon bearing, we are able to effectively offload the heel Initial trials are looking positive and we are eager to track our patients progress!

06.01.2022 Great to have the Limbs 4 Life Australia team through our new Carrum Downs clinic today! Always good to see you guys

06.01.2022 Did you know oapl walkers come in all shapes and sizes? Lincoln here is wearing our paediatric walker after breaking his foot Hopefully we'll see him running around in no time!

06.01.2022 Another successful CROW fitting at our Royal Melbourne Hospital Clinic this week CROW stands for Charcot Restraint Orthotic Walker because of its prominent use in patients with Charcot foot disease. These are also ideal for use in the place of total contact casting which is regularly used for managing diabetic wounds and ulcers on the foot. This particular CROW incorporates offloading in the footbed to remove pressure from the wound location and promote healing for our patient! @ The Royal Melbourne Hospital

06.01.2022 We're celebrating National Amputee Awareness Week between October 4th to October 11! A brilliant initiative by Limbs 4 Life Australia. Make sure you wear your ribbon this week in support of all #amputees around Australia and the world. #GetYourRibbonOn #naaw20

05.01.2022 Our brand new clinic in Carrum Downs is now open! A big thank you to all the team for helping us move from our old facility in Frankston. You can now find us at Level 1/113a Hall Rd, Carrum Downs. To book an appointment, please call us on 1300 866 275

05.01.2022 Another happy customer at our Clayton clinic today! As our patient will be using a diabetic CROW walker for some time, it was great to add some flare with this groovy transfer pattern

04.01.2022 Check out Nathan's new leg! Much attention has been paid to all elements of this new prosthesis for Nathan who attends our Toowoomba clinic in Queensland. This leg features a timber look fabric used in the lamination process for a really nice finish!

03.01.2022 We had the gorgeous Althea in our Mansfield clinic picking up her new AFOs this week! If you look closely, youll also see Altheas teddy wearing AFOs which we love! Altheas mum picked these up from Teddy Footsplint

03.01.2022 Next week is National Amputee Awareness Week (4 11 October) and a chance to ‘Shine a Light’ on the number of people in Australia with limb loss - and a reminder to all amputees that you are not alone! This is a week dedicated to celebrating Australians living with limb loss, raising awareness of this lifelong disability, reducing the stigma that amputees can face, and sharing limb loss prevention information. During National Amputee Awareness Week October significant buil...dings, venues and landmarks across Australia will be lit up green to ‘put a spotlight’ on amputation and limb loss. A list of locations in your state or territory can be found at: www.limbs4life.org.au//shining-a-light-on-australian-amput Join us for National Amputee Awareness Week 2020 by sharing the message, and if you happen to visit or take photos of the landmarks in your area please share on social media using the following hashtags #ShineALight #NAAW20 #GetYourRibbonON

02.01.2022 Some more custom socket artwork underway in our Mansfield clinic this week

02.01.2022 Some testing underway in our Bendigo clinic this week with another upper limb myoelectric prosthesis!

02.01.2022 A superhero leg for a superhero patient of ours in Sydney this week!

02.01.2022 With 1.7 million Australians currently living with Diabetes, most of us know someone who is all too familiar with the daily anxiety this can bring. As part of Diabetes Australia National Diabetes Week, it is an important reminder for us all to reach out to those around us and offer our support

02.01.2022 Did you know we offer a range of soft shell covers for the KiddieGAIT and KiddieROCKER AFOs? Add some style like Adam here with skull and crossbones, we also have pink hearts too! Reposting @allardusa: ... "Happy Friday! Have a great weekend and make sure to do it in style like our friend Adam. " https://buff.ly/2Wo1Qi2

02.01.2022 Looking for a new Netflix doco to watch? Check out the must see Rising Phoenix which explores the Paralympic Games and how these elite athletes continue to impact a global understanding of disability, diversity and excellence.

22.12.2021 Col Pearse bringing the bling to our Flemington clinic this morning with his Paralympic Bronze Medal! An incredible journey for Col and one we've been privileged to be part of. Can't wait to see what's next!