Whether we're fitting a custom-brace or fabricating an artificial limb, we use the finest products and most advanced clinical techniques available. We put a lot into our work, and we’re rewarded by seeing how much our patients get out of it.
We're proud of our work and proud of our patients, many of whom have been relying on our clinicians and services throughout their lives.
Each of our Lowcountry offices is staffed and equipped to serve adults as well as children, and each maintains a huge inventory of devices for patients of any size. We offer the most advanced design and fabrication capabilities of any O&P service in the Lowcountry, and we provide all the services needed to insure ongoing satisfaction – instruction, training and as-needed adjustment or maintenance of any product we supply.
For patients, this means a rapid return to higher levels of activity and comfort. For referring clinicians, it means a satisfied patient, minimal delays in any course of therapy, and the assurance that orders are being followed to the letter.
Qualifications and Credentials:
• Winthrop University
• Department of Rehabilitation Science and
Technology International Seating Symposium
• Bengt Engstom: Seating Adaptation Principles
• DeRoyal Orthotic Fitter Course
Experience:
John has worked with Floyd Brace Company for the past three years. John currently works on the Complex Rehab Technology Service (CRTS) team which provides and maintains custom fit seating and wheelchairs, standers, gait trainers, and other durable medical equipment. In addition to complex rehab technology service team, John also provides service for patients as an orthotic fitter.
• Rehab Technical Supplier
• Certified in custom molded seating systems
from Invacare 2009
• B.S. - The College of Charleston 1997
David has been working for Floyd Brace Company for over 3 years on the Complex Rehab Technology Service Team. The types of equipment provided include custom wheelchairs, custom seating products, standers, gait trainers, and other durable medical equipment. He is currently working on his ATP certification and attends continuing education courses to increase his knowledge of this field.
BOC Certified Orthotist
Derick has over 7 years experience within the field of orthotics. He initially began his career in 2003 with Floyd Brace Company as an orthotic technician assisting in the fabrication of custom orthotic devices. In 2009 he became a BOC certified orthotist. Derick currently manages the orthotic patients at the Walterboro location.
• ABC Certified Prosthetist
• Certified Fitter of Orthotics
Don began his apprenticeship with Floyd Brace Company in 2000 while still on active duty in the United States Air Force. He retired from the Air Force in 2002 after serving over 29 years. He is a graduate of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University with a degree in Professional Aeronautics. Don completed prerequisite courses in human anatomy, physiology and physics from Trident Technical College before attending the Prosthetics Certificate Course at California State University in 2003 and he received his American Board of Certification in Prosthetics in November 2004.
• ABC Certified Fitter of Orthotics
• Director of the Patient Advocate Program
Ginney has been at Floyd Brace Company since 2001.
• BOC Certified Prosthetist
• ABC Certified Fitter Orthotics
Josh has over 10 years experience working within the field of prosthetics. He initially began his career in 1999 as a prosthetic technician, and then decided to become a certified prosthetist. He currently manages the Walterboro office location.
• ABC Certified Prosthetist Orthotist
• University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
at Dallas
• Allied Health Sciences School BS
Orthotics/Prosthetics
• Coastal Carolina University BS Biology
Jared began his career by volunteering and shadowing at Floyd Brace Company in 1999. He began working in the field of orthotics and prosthetics in 2001. He has been employed at Floyd Brace Company for 3 years working as an ABC Certified Prosthetist Orthotist. Jared currently manages the Calhoun Street location.
At Floyd Brace our job is to ensure that your disability becomes ability. Whether you have a sports injury, were involved in an auto accident, or develpomental issues, we have braces that will fit your needs.
• Hospital/Home/Clinic Appointments
• Diabetic Shoes
Extra-depth, rocker bottom sole
Arch Supports
• Lower Limb
Fracture Bracing
Foot Orthoses
Cam Walkers
Ankle Foot Orthoses (AFO)
Knee Ankle Foot Orthoses (KAFO)
Hip Knee Ankle Foot Orthoses (HKAFO)
SWASH
Reciprocating Gait Orthoses (RGO)
• Upper Extremity
Wrist Hand Orthoses
Elbow Orthoses
Shoulder Orthoses
• Spinal Orthoses
Corsets
Hyperextension TLSOs, Jewett, CASH
Custom LSOs & TLSOs
Post-Op LSOs & TLSOs
Scoliosis Bracing
Cervical Orthoses
Custom, Rigid, Soft
SOMI
CTO
• Cranial Remolding Helmets
Stedman's Medical dictionary defines prosthetics as the art and service of making and adjusting artificial parts of the human body. At Floyd Brace Co. we define prosthetics as our chance to help an individual return to the life they felt was lost after amputation of a limb. For over 60 years, Floyd Brace uses the most up-to-date, state-of the art components coupled with proven techniques and highy trained professionals to fit the exact needs of each individual patient. We also provide ongoing service well after delivery.
Upper Extremity
Above Elbow Prostheses
Below Elbow Prostheses
Shoulder Disarticulation Prostheses
Myoelectric Systems
Lower Extremity
Below Knee Prostheses
Above Knee Prostheses
Endoskeletal Prostheses
Exoskeletal Prostheses
Single axis Knees
Hydraulic Knees
C-Legs
Energy Storing Feet
Sports Prostheses
Lightweight Geriatric systems
Vacuum Assisted Suction Sockets
Floyd Brace Company offers pediatric manual wheelchairs adjustable to meet your child's needs. Quality components are used to develop lightweight chairs designed for everyday use and custom seating systems are designed for patients requiring extra support for positioning.
West Ashley
1064 Gardner Road,
Suite 102
Charleston, SC 29407
Phone: 843-573-9430
Fax: 843-573-9431
For your convienence, Floyd Brace Company has
5 locations in the Lowcountry. Please feel free to contact your local Floyd Brace office. Our friendly and supportive staff is always willing and happy to help.
Georgetown
407 Church Street
Unit D
Georgetown, SC 29440
Phone: 843-546-8555
Fax: 843-545-0142
North Charleston
9231-F Medical Plaza Drive
North Charleston, SC 29406
Phone: 843-824-0625
Fax: 843-824-0127
Downtown Charleston
243 Calhoun Street
Charleston, SC 29401
Phone: 843-722-8827
Fax: 843-723-7099
Walterboro
138 Bells Highway
Walterboro, SC 29488
Phone: 843-782-3638
Fax: 843-782-3637
Visit #1: Evaluation
During your first visit we begin by getting information from you. This includes your name, address, phone number, doctors name, your height and weight, medical history and an assessment of your strength, activity level and goals. We will explain the prescription your doctor has written and discuss treatment goals and expectations. We will also work with you to understand the insurance regulations and process. For pre-fabricated or sized items, you may receive the device the same day as your initial evaluation. Although we attempt to have commonly prescribed devices in stock, it is not possible to carry all items. Your device may have to be ordered or it may take more than one appointment to custom fit the device to meet your needs. For custom fabricated items, a cast impression and measurements will be taken during the evaluation appointment. These items will be used to fabricate your device in our state of the art laboratory. A fitting appointment will be made so you know when your device will be ready.
Helpful Tips:
- Bring or be prepared to discuss your case (prescription, x-rays, notes, names & phone numbers of other treating healthcare professionals)
- Bring old braces and shoes for the evaluation
- Wear loose fitting clothing (shorts are often helpful)
- Compression Stockings must be measured in the morning
- Scoliosis treatment requires specialized equipment-please notify us when making your appointment
Visit #2: Fitting and Delivery
At this appointment, the device prescribed will be ready to be custom tailored to you and your needs and will be ready to take home. Most appointments will take about 1 hour. At the end of this visit you can expect to understand how your device works, how to clean and care for the device, how the physician has ordered the device be used, and have all of your questions answered. Observing your orthosis in use will allow the orthotist to optimize the fit and function of the device.
Visit #3: Follow up
Based on your initial evaluation (visit #1), a care plan will be discussed with you and scheduled. These appointments are scheduled as necessary to help you maintain your orthosis and keep it functioning for the full length of treatment. The appointments are often scheduled in coordination with physician, physicial/occupational therapy session, wound care or other treatment appointments. Please wear your brace to the office for follow up appointments If you have questions or concerns in between your scheduled appointments or after your last appointment, please call the office so this can be addressed by telephone or altering your appointment schedule.
VISIT #1: Evaluation and Casting
During your first visit we will begin by getting information from you. This includes your name, address, phone number, doctors name, your weight, height, medical history, and an assessment of your strength, activity level and goals. We will explain the prescription your doctor has written or discuss the prosthetic options available for you. Secondly, we look at your residual limb to check for any sensitive areas and any swelling. If there is substantial swelling, we may fit you with a shrinker and send you home for 7-10 days until the swelling has reduced. A shrinker is a special elastic stocking that helps remove fluid from your limb. The shrinker must remain on your limb at all times of the day, even while sleeping. When the shrinker is being cleaned, an ace bandage or a clean shrinker should be wrapped on your limb. If there is little or no swelling and no special circumstances, we will take measurements and/or a plaster impression of your residual limb. The measurements help us to ensure that the prosthesis will be fit specifically to your limb. We will also take measurements of your sound leg in order to match the final prosthesis to your leg.
VISIT #2: Test Socket Fitting & Dynamic Alignment
FOR THIS VISIT AND THE FOLLOWING VISITS, PLEASE REMEMBER TO BRING THE PAIR OF SHOES THAT YOU WILL BE WEARING MOST OFTEN!!
Please allow yourself at least 2 hours for this appointment. During this visit you will be fit in a clear plastic socket that wa om your plaster cast. We call this a check socket because we use it to check your fit prior to making the final socket. During your appointment we will adjust the check socket as needed to get the best fit for you. While you are walking between the parallel bars, we will check for the correct height and also change the alignment of the prosthesis. Changing the alignment means to make changes which will improve your gait or how you walk and will also give you the greatest stability and comfort.
VISIT #3: Fitting
Please allow yourself at least 2 hours for this appointment. During this appointment you will be fit in your final socket. This fitting is primarily to check that the final socket fits as well as the check socket and to verify the alignment. At this time, you will also be educated as to the proper donning of your prosthesis and how to determine the correct number of prosthetic socks to wear on your residual limb with your new prosthesis. By working with a physical therapist, this process will be reinforced. During this fitting, tracings may be taken of your sound side leg. The tracings will be used to shape your artificial leg to match your sound side leg.
VISIT #4: Delivery
During this appointment we will deliver your new prosthesis along with a supply of prosthetic socks. We will check that the socket is still fitting properly and make sure that you understand how to put on and take of the prosthesis and how to take care of your prosthesis and socks. If this is your first prosthesis, you cannot expect to wear it continuously right away. We recommend that you wear your new leg 30 minutes to an hour after breakfast, after lunch, and after dinner the first day and increase this wearing time daily. You should check your leg often for any irritation or pressure areas. If this is your first prosthesis, we highly recommend that you obtain physical therapy to reteach you how to walk using a prosthesis. Your doctor can help you to arrange physical therapy or we can work with your doctor to help arrange it for you. We would like to see you after you have used your prosthesis for a while to make sure everything is going well. Please make a follow-up appointment for 1 to 2 weeks after you receive your prosthesis so that we can check your progress. At any time during this process, feel free to call our office with questions. We are concerned about your progress and will gladly answer any questions you may have.
Floyd Brace Company
• Mississippi State University,
BSME - Mechanical Engineering
• North Western University
Medical School of Prosthetics
• Rehabilitation Engineering post graduate
studies at Wright State University
• Retired Commissioned Officer of the
United States Air Force
• Chief Engineer for Helmet Mounted System
Technology - U.S. Air Force Human
Systems Division
• Aerospace Machinist U.S. Air Force
Larry began his career at Floyd Brace Company in 1997. He has many years experience in the field of prosthetics. He has an engineering background and 21 years in the United States Air Force where he spent time developing prosthetic software. Larry currently manages the Trident office location.
• AC/BOC Certified Orthotist
• BOC Certified Pedorthotist
• Northwestern University Pedorthics
• United States Army Academy of Health Sciences
Distinguished Graduate Orthotic Specialist Training
Maurice has over 19 years experience within the field of orthotics. He initially began his career in 1992 during his attendance of the United States Army Orthotic Specialist course. He performed his internship at Walter Reed Medical Center in Washington, DC. Maurice has been employed at Floyd Brace for over 18 years. He currently manages the orthotic and pedorthic patients at the Trident office location. Maurice specializes in infant, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.
• The Citadel Military College Graduate
• Northwestern Medical University - Orthotics
• University of Connecticut - Prosthetics
Allen began his education in Orthotics in 2001 and began his prosthetics education in 2005. He has been employed with Floyd Brace Company since 2006. Allen currently manages the Georgetown office location.
• Northwestern Medical University
Anna graduated from the college of Charleston with a major in physical education and a concentration in exercise science. She started volunteering with Floyd Brace Company in 2009. I went to Northwestern for orthotics and prosthetics. Anna is an orthotic resident at our North Charleston Location.
• Prosthetics Program-California State University,
Dominguez Hills 2010
• Orthotics Fitter's Course March 2010
• Bachelor of Arts, University of Delaware
Patricia joined the Floyd Brace family in 2009 as a volunteer. She was hired on as a patient coordinator, then trained to be an orthotic fitter and is now in the midst of her prosthetic residency. Patricia will be a board eligible prosthetist in early 2012.
Prior to pursuing a career in O&P, Patricia worked in the long term care industry for over nine years assisting seniors with psychosocial issues.
• Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology
• California State University, Dominguez Hills -
Orthotics
Chad began his experience in the O&P field in 2005 as a volunteer for an orthotics and prosthetics company. Chad has completed his orthotic course work at California State University and continues his experience in the field of orthotics and prosthetics as an orthotic resident for Floyd Brace Company.
• LSU Graduate
• Certified Orthotist
Chris joined Floyd Brace Company in 2009.
407 Church St.
Orthotics. A Complete Overview.
(Worth .5 CEUs/5 Credit Hours)
When: January 26th 4:00 - 9:00
Cost: $20.00
Location: Wingate by Wyndam
9280 University Blvd
(Class will be located in the
Azalea Room)
(We will start promptly at 4:00)
Seating is limited to 50 people, so register soon as seats will fill quickly!
Join Jared McNeill, CPO as he presents Orthotics. A Complete Overview.
2-Day Educational Conference
April 20-21
Hilton Garden Inn
5265 International Blvd
North Charleston, SC 29418
$75
Therapists will earn 1.0 CEUs(10 credit hours) by attendingthe 2 day conference.
FBC April CEU
c/o Emily Nolan
9231 Medical Plaza Dr - Ste F
North Charleston, SC 29407
First Annual
Floyd Brace
Company
Education Conference Mark your calendar!
Join us for a 2 day event which is worth 1.0 CEUs/10 credit hours! Please contact Emily Nolan should you have any questions!
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Floyd Brace Company is committed to excellence through technology, education, coordination and service to the Lowcountry and all of South Carolina. Please feel to contact us should you have any questions or if we can assist you in any way.
