Allied Health All-Stars Spotlight on Orthotics: Enhancing Mobility, Safety & Recovery
Ryde Hospital’s Orthotics team plays a vital role in supporting patient mobility, comfort and rehabilitation across our inpatient and outpatient services. From trauma and neurological conditions to post-surgical recovery and chronic health needs, Orthotics provides customised solutions that help patients move safely, maintain function, and achieve their rehabilitation goals. Highly skilled in assessment, fabrication and fitting, the team works closely with Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Nursing and Medical teams to ensure each patient receives the right device at the right time, tailored
specifically to their clinical needs. What Orthotics Can Assist With
Orthotics is an integral part of patient care at Ryde, offering evidence-based, customisable solutions that support mobility, healing and independence. The team provides a wide range of devices to enhance posture, movement and recovery, including upper and lower limb orthoses, cervical and high-level supports, and other tailored options across acute care, rehabilitation and long-term management. If
you're unsure whether a patient may benefit from an orthotic intervention, reach out early—the team is always happy to help, and the right support can make a bigger difference than you realise. When to Refer to Orthotics • Not sure if Orthotics should be involved? Ask early! The team is more than happy to provide advice or point you in the right direction.
Contact: 946 2 303 Monday–Friday, 07:30–16:00
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Referrals: • Inpatients: via PowerChart • Outpatients: email NSLHD-RNS-Orthotics@health.nsw.gov.au
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COMING SOON–Improving Cervical Collar Care Ryde Physiotherapy and Orthotics are working on a handy new bedside poster to support patients who use cervical collars. The poster will feature:
A simple daily care checklist
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• Step-by-step photos for correct donning and fitting This resource aims to reduce pressure injury risk, promote consistent, confident collar care, and help staff deliver safe, high-quality spinal management every time.
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