The London Orthotic Consultancy

15/04/2026

This man is walking for the first time in 27 years🦿

We met Martin, from Port Talbot, Wales, at Neuro Con 2026 and watched him walk 18 metres in under a minute.

After decades living with antiphospholipid syndrome (APS), where even standing caused severe pain, he was able to move again for the first time, pain-free.

We’re increasingly seeing the powerful potential of smart-powered orthoses like the Agilik and what they can do for our patients.

For some people, it’s not just support, it’s life-changing.

26/03/2026

If you’re at Neuro Convention at the NEC Birmingham this week, make sure you say hello to The London Orthotic Consultancy team!

We'll be there from 25 to 26 March, presenting alongside Thuasne UK on the powered knee orthosis: a new class of smart-powered orthosis that delivers real-time adaptive assistance through the gait cycle, enabling active gait rehabilitation in complex neurological gait dysfunction.

Plus, we're running live test trials during the event for suitable candidates. If you work with patients with neurological gait impairment and want to explore powered orthotic options, we'd love to hear from you.

Book your trial slot here: NeuroConvention2026AgilikTrialBooking@thuasne.fr/?ismsaljsauthenabled" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://outlook.office.com/book/NeuroConvention2026AgilikTrialBooking@thuasne.fr/?ismsaljsauthenabled

(Photos from last year's Neuro Con!)

27/02/2026

Go Super Sofias Story!

Born at just 24 weeks, Sofia survived after her identical twin, Sienna, passed away shortly after birth. Her mom Clare shares Sofia’s journey online, inspiring others and advocating for inclusion for children with disabilities.

09/02/2026

Calling our patients!

We're running a competition to show that wearing a brace doesn't stop you from doing the things you love.

We're inviting our LOC Scoliosis Brace-wearing patients to send in short video clips of themselves in their everyday lives, doing hobbies, sports, dance, or anything else they enjoy while wearing their brace.

Our hope is that these videos can help other young people feel more confident about wearing their brace.

More info + How to enter here ⬇️

COMPETITION ✨

What can you do in your LOC brace?

We're running a competition to show that wearing a brace doesn't stop you doing the things you love, and we'd love you to get involved!

Every video you send is a separate entry into a prize draw to win a £50 Space NK voucher, and you can send as many clips as you like. The best videos will be used in a video we share across our channels.

All you have to do is send us a short video of you wearing your brace, doing something you enjoy, which could be sport, dance, hobbies, or anything you wouldn't expect to be able to do in a scoliosis brace!

Video tips:
• Under 1 minute
• Filmed on your phone
• Portrait, not landscape

For more info on how to enter, go to: tinyurl.com/scoliosis-brace

27/11/2025

When our orthotists receive a message like this, it makes our day 🧗

Chris, a patient from our Manchester clinic, was recently able to get back into indoor mountain climbing, thanks to his new AFOs from orthotist Saeed Forghany.

"Chris had the most amazing first climb and said what a difference his new splints make. Thank you for being so patient and for not giving up.

Sheer grit and determination on both parts, knowing the incredible difference, the right equipment makes and frustration that comes without or the wrong equipment. Chris can get back to doing what he loves and feeling able. Thank you."

Thanks to Chris and his family for allowing us to share.

24/11/2025

This Christmas, we’re raising funds again for ✨

Tree of Hope is a UK-based charity that helps families navigate their child's complex healthcare journey by offering vital fundraising support.

This year, the amazing .cakes (a key member of our admin staff supporting Sam Walmsley) has once again baked beautiful Christmas gingerbreads to help raise funds for this brilliant charity.

Pick up a biscuit from our Kingston clinic reception and support a great cause 🎅🦌⛄️

🌟 Your contribution directly supports Tree of Hope’s mission
🌟 Pay as much as you can
🌟 LOC will match all donations 100%

A huge thank you to Magda for the amazing homemade gingerbread biscuits and cookies.

To donate, or to learn more about the wonderful work do, please go to their Instagram handle 🔗

24/11/2025

A simple suction bell has made a massive difference to teenager Ryan Dolan's rare chest condition.

06/08/2025

29/07/2025

If you’re worried your baby might have flat head syndrome, we’re here to help.

Use our free flat head photo diagnosis form to get a quick, expert opinion from one of our specialist clinicians.

Just send us photos of your baby's head from various angles, and one of our team will get back to you with a diagnosis and advice.

If you’re worried your baby might have flat head syndrome (plagiocephaly) we’re here to help. Use our flat head photo diagnosis form to get a quick, expert opinion from one of our specialist clinicians for free.

21/07/2025

Important info for parents: is easier to spot in the summer months.

Here's how to spot the visual signs 👇

Spotting scoliosis in the summer ⛱️☀️

Summer holidays mean more time by the pool, on holiday and at the beach. Scoliosis is easier to spot in the summer months, as kids spend more time in swimsuits or lighter outfits.

And that’s often when parents first notice the visual signs of scoliosis.

Knowing what to look for can help you spot scoliosis earlier, leading to better outcomes and potentially avoiding surgery later on. Here's what to keep an eye out for 👇

👉 a visibly curved spine
👉 one shoulder higher than the other
👉 one hip appearing more prominent
👉 rib cage sticking out on one side (especially noticeable from the back)
👉 head not centred over the body
👉 difficulty standing up straight
👉 back pain
👉 a difference in leg length
👉 pain in the legs or pins and needles

If you think your child may have scoliosis, we offer free video assessments for scoliosis, with one of our specialist scoliosis clinician.

Book your free assessment here: https://www.londonorthotics.co.uk/free-online-video-consultations-for-scoliosis/

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20/06/2025

Go Emma! 🙌

After years of debilitating Ehlers-Danlos symptoms and wheelchair reliance, 21-year-old Emma is learning to walk again thanks to bespoke carbon fibre AFOs from our Cambridge clinic.

You can follow her progress on Instagram (.x) and see how her new AFOs are helping with her mobility and quality of life.

Emma Daniels, who is learning to walk again, posts videos to nearly half a million followers on social media.

05/06/2025

Congratulations to senior orthotist Connor Mumford, who presented our and bracing research in Rio de Janeiro last week on behalf of Anna Courtney and the rest of The London Orthotic Consultancy team.