When children and teens experience limb differences, limb loss, orthopedic conditions or require orthotic or prosthetic devices, they need solutions designed specifically for growing bodies. At Mary Free Bed Kids, our Orthotics, Prosthetics & Bionics Program is dedicated exclusively to patients 18 and younger. We combine advanced fabrication, child-centered design and specialized pediatric expertise to help young patients build mobility, independence and confidence throughout each stage of development.
Tailored Care for Growing Bodies
Whether your child needs an orthotic brace, a cranial remolding helmet, a prosthetic limb or adaptive bionic technology, our pediatric specialists understand the rapid physical and developmental changes children experience. Each device is created to adapt to growth, activity levels and long-term goals. From early mobility to playing sports as a teen, we provide support for every phase of childhood.
Conditions and Needs We Support
Our program supports:
- children with congenital limb differences, limb loss and amputation from trauma or surgery
- neuromuscular and orthopedic conditions requiring bracing
- scoliosis
- cranial reshaping needs
- developmental delays
- prosthetic updates as children grow
- adaptive sports or bionic technology needs
Our team works with families and pediatric specialists to ensure devices promote comfort, function and participation.
What Sets Mary Free Bed Kids Apart
Our pediatric-centered approach recognizes how growth, school and social environments can impact the emotional development of children. We use advanced fabrication technology and high-quality materials to create custom devices designed for durability, comfort and function.
We’ll work with you as your child grows, planning regular follow-up appointments to make updates and fitting adjustments so devices can continue to support your child’s development. Our family-centered care model ensures devices support daily routines, school tasks, recreation, sports and independence.
Collaborative Care Across the Pediatric Continuum
Mary Free Bed Kids works closely with leading pediatric health systems, including Corewell Health, Bronson Healthcare and Beacon Health System, to ensure children receive coordinated, comprehensive care. Through these partnerships, our team collaborates with pediatric orthopedic surgeons, neurologists, rehabilitation medicine physicians and specialty care teams to align device planning with each child’s broader treatment plan.
This integrated approach ensures prescriptions, therapy plans, surgical considerations and long-term mobility goals are all connected. The prosthetics and orthotics specialists also collaborate with the Mary Free Bed Kids Pediatric Rehabilitation Team to provide seamless, collaborative care.
Team members include:
- Physical therapists
- Occupational therapists
- Speech-language pathologists
- Physiatrists (rehabilitation physicians)
How to Begin
If your child may benefit from orthotic, prosthetic or bionic support, the first step is a pediatric rehabilitation evaluation. Our specialists will assess needs, discuss goals with your family, and create a customized plan that integrates device support with broader therapy services.
The Pediatric Device Process
- We start with a comprehensive evaluation that includes mobility assessments, growth projections and activity goals. We develop an understanding of your child’s daily environments.
- Based on this information, our specialists design and fabricate custom devices in one of our three fabrication facilities or in partnership with outside manufacturers.
- After fabrication, children attend a personalized fitting appointment to ensure proper alignment, comfort, and function.
- We also provide training for children and caregivers on safe use, device care, and how to integrate it into everyday life.
- We schedule regular follow-up visits to help maintain proper fit and performance as your child grows.
Outcomes That Matter
Children supported through our device program often experience improved mobility, posture, balance, strength, comfort and confidence. Many return to school and recreational activities with fewer limitations. Our proactive, child-centered planning helps reduce device complications and supports long-term success.
Schedule Pediatric Orthotics, Prosthetics & Bionics Care
Your child deserves pediatric rehabilitation care designed to grow with them. Schedule care today to connect with our pediatric rehabilitation specialists and begin your child’s journey toward improved mobility and independence.
