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Spinal deformities are very common in children and young people with cerebral palsy. Treatment requires supporting the torso. However, traditional manufacturing is slow and distressing for the child, often resulting in poorly fitting supports. Andiamo are world leaders in 3D-printed orthotic services. We are adapting our innovative technology to create a back brace service-pathway for children with spinal deformities to assist and restore function.Our back brace service will be the first of its kind and has potential to revolutionise quality of life for children and young people by reducing the need for surgery, increasing mobility, independence and restoring function
| Project | Revolutionary spinal brace service: Increasing confidence and outcomes in children |
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| Description |
Spinal deformities are very common in children and young people with cerebral palsy. Treatment requires supporting the torso. However, traditional manufacturing is slow and distressing for the child, often resulting in poorly fitting supports. Andiamo are world leaders in 3D-printed orthotic services. We are adapting our innovative technology to create a back brace service-pathway for children with spinal deformities to assist and restore function.Our back brace service will be the first of its kind and has potential to revolutionise quality of life for children and young people by reducing the need for surgery, increasing mobility, independence and restoring function |
| Funding | £ 82,949 |
| Competition | Competition 11 - Self-care and independence for children with long-term conditions |
| Competition Date | August 2016 |
| Categories | Children and Young people |
| Health Innovation Network Partner | UCL Partners |
| Website | https://andiamo.io/ |