Orthotics — Nelson Marlborough
Orthotic products assist or restrict movement to aid rehabilitation or correct the shape or function of the body. The orthotics service for Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Nelson Marlborough provides comprehensive assessment for and the fitting of orthotic devices.
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Contact us
Regular clinics are run at both Nelson Hospital and Wairau Hospital outpatient departments.
Wairau Hospital
Hospital Road
Blenheim 7201
Phone: 03 520 9999
Nelson Hospital
Tipahi Street
Nelson 7010
Phone: 03 546 1800
Contact the orthotics department directly:
- Email: orthotics@nmdhb.govt.nz
Services we provide
Orthotics services provide artificial devices (orthoses), such as splints and braces, to help:
- improve independence and quality of life
- support habilitation and rehabilitation
- support community participation
- improve function or prevent and correct deformity (for people with nervous or musculoskeletal system conditions)
- immobilise damaged joints or muscles
- aid healing
- promote venous return (blood circulation) and lymphatic flow.
Orthotic products are not prosthetics (artificial limbs).
Orthotics services include:
- assessment by the orthotist
- measurement and casting for orthotic devices
- production, provision, repair and maintenance of orthotic devices
- fitting and training in their use
- review of orthotic devices.
Referral information
Referrals are required from your healthcare provider, such as your GP, hospital specialist or associated health professional.