Here’s a friendly, clear list of basic orthopedic products — the kinds of supports and tools used in everyday injury care, rehab, and musculoskeletal comfort. These range from simple braces you or your clinic might stock, to common devices used after injury or surgery:
🦴 Common Orthopedic Supports & Braces
Supportive products that help stabilize joints, reduce pain, and aid healing:
- Knee supports & braces – for ligament strains, arthritis or sports injuries.
- Ankle and foot supports – including walking boots and ankle braces for sprains or fractures.
- Wrist and hand braces – help with sprains, tendonitis, and post-injury support.
- Elbow supports – for strains, tennis/golfer’s elbow or mild injuries.
- Shoulder slings & immobilizers – keep the arm stable after shoulder or clavicle injury.
- Cervical collars – neck support after strain or minor injury.
- Lumbar/back support belts – relieve lower back pain and improve posture.
🦶 Foot & Orthotic Accessories
Products worn inside shoes or underfoot to support alignment and reduce pain:
- Orthotic insoles / arch supports – help flat feet, heel pain and shin discomfort.
- Heel cushions, pads, night splints – relieve plantar fasciitis and heel strain.
🛏️ Comfort & Positioning Aids
Devices that help with posture, pain relief and healing during rest:
- Orthopedic pillows – neck, back or lumbar pillows designed to improve comfort and alignment while sleeping.
- Seat/back cushions – support while sitting for long periods.
🩹 Immobilization Tools
Used to keep injured parts still while healing:
- Splints – rigid or flexible supports for sprains and minor fractures.
- Orthopedic cast (applied by a clinician) – immobilizes bones after fractures.
📦 Basic Clinic Instruments (for surgical/clinical use)
In an orthopedic clinic or surgical setting, these are foundational:
- Forceps, retractors, chisels, bone cutters – for handling and fixing bone during procedures.
- Reduction tools & clamps – help align fractures during treatment.
🩺 Other Helpful Items
- Compression wraps or kinesiology tape – for muscle and joint support.
- Crutches, walkers or canes – mobility aids after lower-limb injuries.
If you’re thinking of stocking an orthopedic clinic or shop, visit Tibaquip Africa medical supplies website or physical stores, we have products ranging from joint supports (knee, back, ankle), orthotic insoles, basic splints, and pillows etc— commonly recommended by clinicians and sought by patients alike.
