The loss of a limb or limb weakness can be devastating to essential human function. The multidisciplinary prosthetics and orthotics clinical team at the
Sinai Rehabilitation Center can help. Our medical specialists conduct comprehensive evaluations in addressing loss of mobility and ambulatory function.
Whether a patient needs a prosthesis (artificial limb) or an orthosis (brace), the Sinai Rehabilitation Center is a one-stop shop.
Conditions We Treat
The clinic is staffed by a group of experienced clinicians who can treat:
- Arm and leg amputations
- Weakness from stroke, brain injury or MS
- Limb deformity
- Leg length discrepancy
- Brain injury
- Multiple sclerosis
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Diabetes
- Neuromuscular disease
- Weakness from pinched nerves in the neck or back
- Limb with weakness
- Foot drop
- Post-polio syndrome
For those who already have a prosthesis, brace or shoes, the team can evaluate and recommend treatment for:
- Residual limb pain
- Phantom pain
- Foot pain
- Painful scars
- Skin irritation or breakdown from the device
- Numb feet
Our Team
The multidisciplinary team includes a:
- Physiatrist (physician who specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation)
- Physical Therapist (health care professional who assesses and treats pain, wounds and mobility problems)
- Prosthetist (health care professional who designs, fits and fabricates artificial limbs [prostheses])
- Orthotist (health care professional who designs, fits and fabricates braces [orthoses])
Treatment Plan
Patients can expect their first visit to include a comprehensive consultation with the physiatrist and other team members to establish a complete, individualized treatment plan. The plan may include:
- A prescription for a prosthesis or orthosis, shoes, a shoe modification or an insert
- A rehabilitation prescription for physical therapy or other therapy as needed
- Foot care and counseling
In addition to these services, we manage all orders and medical forms for durable medical equipment. The clinic will also conduct any encounters that require face-to-face visits with the patient as per Medicare guidelines.
To schedule a consultation, call 410-601-5597.