Custom Tarsal Splinting – supporting dogs with ankle injuries
Custom Tarsal supports, splints and braces
Thera-Paw UK provides custom Tarsal Supports, Splints and Braces for pets in the UK and Europe. We have been personally trained by Thera-Paw USA and our association with them is unique in UK and Europe. Only a Vet or Therapist may order a custom product. Measurement and Quote forms
Pdf Custom Tarsal Support Order Form
Word form for Custom Tarsal Support
Please email completed form to Th*********@Cl******************.uk . Send photos and video (the latter sent on Whatsapp please). Within 2 business days you will receive an email indicating cost of the custom product. Upon receipt of payment the product will be designed and made within 5 working days and dispatched.
Payment is in advance by bank transfer or card link prior to the product being made. There are no refunds on Custom made products.
USES
Customized for a variety of tarsal conditions, which include:
- calcaneal tendon injuries
- hyperextension (if dog has hip issues then please allow some movement at tarsus)
- collateral ligament injuries
- polyarthritis (e.g., IMPA)
- instabilities, sprains, strains
- tarsal luxation
- fractures or post-cast removal
- arthritis, DJD, OCD
- sporting/working dog support
PRODUCT DETAILS
Custom Tarsal Supports are designed for the pet’s specific needs. These braces can be lightweight and flexible or completely immobilizing. Braces are versatile and stability versus movement can be decreased/increased depending on the pet’s needs. Additions to basic support listed below. Prices from £175 to £350. Download, print, fill in , scan and email measurement form (found at the top of this page) . Please note that none of the client information you place on the form will be used for marketing purposes nor shared to any other person or organisation.
CONSTRUCTION AND CUSTOMISATION
Fabrication style and materials are chosen based on the pet’s specific needs. Options include:
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Outer shell – neoprene breathable mesh of different supporting thicknesses
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Outer straps – elastic, nylon, neoprene or a combination thereof
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Inner padding – therapy foam padding, sheepskin, neoprene (suitable for water therapy)
- Outer stabilizing components – nylon support straps (adjustable), stiff spring rods, thermoplastic sheets, thermoplastic stays
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Assistive components – extension-assistive straps, hyperextension-reducing straps (more info below)
We will work with you to help decide what best suits the animals needs. Please complete the custom measurement form (at top of this page) in order to receive a quote.
You must be a veterinary professional or professional therapist to order a custom product. The Professional MUST do the measurements of the animal and select the options that the animal requires. Complete the measurement and quote form at the top of this page and email to Th*********@Cl******************.uk fully filled in for your patient to receive a quote. Within 2 business days you will receive an email indicating cost of the custom product. Upon receipt of payment the product will be designed and made within 5 working days and dispatched.
Payment is in advance by bank transfer or card link prior to the product being made. There are no refunds on Custom made products.
Assisting tarsal extension or Reducing tarsal hyper-flexion while still allowing movement
For dogs with Achilles (calcaneal) tendon injuries or those collapsing a little into flexion, “extension-assistive straps” are added to custom tarsal braces. These are sewn onto the proximal caudal aspect of the brace; they crisscross above the calcaneus and then you affix them distally via Velcro tabs to regulate the amount of assistance needed to maintain extension
Reducing Tarsal Hyper-extension or Assisting tarsal flexion
For pets with tarsal hyperextension, we usually add “hyperextension-reducing straps” to our custom tarsal braces. These straps allow full tarsal flexion but block the pet from reaching that break-over point where they hyperextend. These straps are sewn on either the proximal or distal part of the brace. They crisscross cranially at the tarsal joint and then are affixed when on the pet to the tension level that prevents hyperextension. This allows you to control the amount of assistance the pet requires.
