

Orthotics Foundations
Understand the basics of pediatric orthotics and learn 3 key goals to improve your child’s mobility.
Learn how to set personalized goals and balance over-bracing and under-bracing for optimal mobility.
Explore the concept of “Within Normal Limits” and steps to help your child achieve functional independence.
Discover practical tips to support your child’s mobility and overcome common bracing challenges.

Hello!
As a board-certified orthotist, I have dedicated my career to helping thousands of young patients—not just by providing effective treatments, but by delivering the critical information families need to achieve the best possible outcomes.
For over twenty-five years, I have been on a mission to transform the lives of children through specialized pediatric orthotic care. Through POGO, that mission goes global. We are driven by a shared hope to dramatically improve pediatric orthotic care worldwide, ensuring that children everywhere—regardless of geography—have access to the life-changing resources they deserve.
As a pediatric orthotist, I design and fit custom orthotic bracing that restores mobility, independence, and confidence in children facing physical challenges. My passion, and the core vision of POGO, ensures that every child receives care as unique and limitless as they are.
“I have been taking my 9 yr old daughter to orthotics appointments her whole life. I have never learned as much about her condition as I did during our first appointment with Gabe.”
"I am both a pediatrician and parent of a child who needs SMOs. Gabriel’s course gives me a deeper understanding of the different options available for my son and for my patients. I recommend all parents watch his “Top 10 Tips” for sure!”
“Gabe explained the pros and cons of different bracing options would work for my son and we made the best choice for his development. Knowing the different designs and the reasoning behind the recommendations allow us to evaluate how they are working and work together to get them changed if needed.“
The night-stretching AFOs Gabe recommended are working much better. He can actually sleep in them and I can see progress. Thank you!"
“Love it. This course has been such a helpful adjunct to trying to look things up here and there, or in my PT textbooks. So great to see the options in action!”
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