No matter the cause of your amputation whether it was trauma, diabetes, vascular disease or infection one thing remains essential: you need to look after your residual limb every single day. Your skin is your first line of protection and proper stump care plays a major role in long term prosthetic comfort and mobility. A prosthetic… Read More
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Du Toit Orthotics & Prosthetics
Supplier and manufacturer of orthotic and prosthetic devices
Welcome to Du Toit Orthotics & Prosthetics.
Custom Orthotics & Prosthetics to Help You Walk Better, Move Better, and Live Independently
We are an Orthotics and Prosthetics practice in Roodepoort, Gauteng.
We supply and manufacture custom and off-the-shelf orthotic and prosthetic devices.
a device (such as a brace or splint) for supporting, immobilizing, or treating muscles, joints, or skeletal parts which are weak, ineffective, deformed, or injured
an artificial device to replace or augment a missing or impaired part of the body
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The Best Exercise for Walking… Is Walking
It may sound too simple but it’s true the best way to improve your walking is to walk. Yes, physiotherapy and gait training is essential. They target weaker muscles and help correct imbalances that affect how you move. But let’s be honest very few people have a “perfect” walking pattern. Even I don’t. My left… Read More
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Test Sockets: What are They?
The prosthetic socket is one of the most important aspects to any prosthesis, whether it is an above-knee, below-knee or even an upper limb device. The socket serves as the interface between your residual limb (stump) and the rest of the prosthesis, which is why obtaining the best possible fit is necessary for comfort, optimal… Read More
Continue ReadingNew prosthetic users and “keeping up with the Joneses”
New prosthetic users should stop to try “keeping up with the Joneses” In today’s social media world it is easy for new prosthetic users to fall into the trap of comparison. You may see prosthetic users running, lifting weights, or moving effortlessly and wonder why your own journey feels so difficult. This is the prosthetic… Read More
Continue ReadingManaging Limb Volume Changes in a Below Knee Prosthesis.
For a transtibial (below-knee) amputee achieving a comfortable and secure fit inside a prosthetic socket is essential for mobility, safety, and long term skin health. One of the most common challenges prosthetic users faces is residual limb (stump) volume fluctuation. Limb volume can change throughout the day due to activity levels, temperature, fluid retention and… Read More
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Why physical strength matters for prosthetic users, You are the power.
No matter how advanced or high end your prosthesis is it will not walk for you. The true magic lies in your own body. Building and maintaining physical strength is one of the most important parts of successful prosthetic use. Strong muscles support better balance, stability, and control helping you walk with more confidence and… Read More
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Testimonials
What Our Patients Think
Du Toit Orthopaedics Inc.
Hi. My name is Kees van Meygaarden, aged 75. I had my left leg amputated below the knee in August 2017. This procedure was a last resort to solve an infection problem. The infection was caught during the many operations on my foot and knee I had done over the past 10 years. I met Juandre in October 2017 and was very impressed by his youth and vigour, and the way he tackled the process of fitting me with prosthesis.
The first prosthesis was fitted in November 2017 and this was followed by four other fittings and new temporary prosthesis.
Nothing was too much trouble for Juandre; he even visited me on numerous occasions at my home, when I had a problem. He is well qualified and has recently started his own practice, which will be a success due to the personal service he gives to all his patients.
I now have a new skin coloured prosthesis which fits perfectly and should last for a fair length of time. My alignment is monitored constantly and adjusted accordingly whenever necessary.
His practice is in the Flora Clinic Precinct, which is very conveniently situated close to the N1 Freeway and the total West Rand area.
I have no problem in recommending Du Toit Orthopaedics Inc. and Juandre as a Prosthetic Specialist and wish him well into the future with his new venture.
Du Toit Orthopaedics Inc.
My name is Janice van Meygaarden. After 10 long years of being in and out of hospital my husband was scheduled to have his leg amputated below the knee. While we were hopeful that this would be an end to the infections in his body, the thought of coping with one leg was daunting!
Juandre is more than a Prosthetic Specialist! He has supported us emotionally and reassured us then the going was tough. We can never thank him enough for what he has done towards getting my husband mobile again.
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