Wilmington TLSO
The Total Contact TLSO (Thoracic-Lumbo-Sacral Orthosis), also known as the Wilmington Brace or a body jacket, is an alternative to the Boston Brace that can also be worn up to 23 hours a day, but employs different biomechanical principles for spinal correction. The Total Contact TLSO is arguably easier to fabricate and decreases the “guess work” involved in the Boston’s pressure and pad placement. The total contact brace requires a skillful casting technique where corrective forces are applied manually by the clinician while the fiberglass cast sets. As with the Boston Brace, it can be removed when participating in sports activities.
What to Expect
Measurements and Scanning
A 3-D scan is captured with the Omega Tracer system in order to produce a three-dimensional model of the patient. This computer image is then modified with corrective forces and used to fabricate the custom scoliosis orthosis. Measurements are obtained with a tape measure at various landmarks and photos are taken.
What to Bring
Please bring a copy of your prescription and your most recent X-rays.
A 3-D scan is captured with the Omega Tracer system in order to produce a three-dimensional model of the patient. This computer image is then modified with corrective forces and used to fabricate the custom scoliosis orthosis. Measurements are obtained with a tape measure at various landmarks and photos are taken.
What to Bring
Please bring a copy of your prescription and your most recent X-rays.
Helpful Resources
2139 Staples Mill Road - Richmond, Virginia 23230
Phone: 804.355.0283 Fax: 804.355.2035
Phone: 804.355.0283 Fax: 804.355.2035
