- What does OPTP stand for?
- OPTP began as Orthopedic Physical Therapy Products, a supplier serving orthopaedic physiotherapy clinics. It now trades simply as OPTP and covers rehabilitation, fitness and movement education products plus clinical publishing.
- When was OPTP founded?
- 1977. It has supplied physiotherapists, chiropractors, athletic trainers, massage therapists and movement educators ever since, and has published clinical and patient education titles alongside its product range.
- What is OPTP best known for?
- Three product families: the Original Stretch Out Strap, the PRO-ROLLER and AXIS foam roller ranges, and the Original McKenzie Method lumbar and cervical rolls developed to Robin McKenzie's specification.
- Does OPTP publish books as well as equipment?
- Yes. OPTP publishes and distributes clinical texts, patient self-treatment titles such as Treat Your Own Back and Treat Your Own Neck, plus charts and posters for treatment rooms.
- Is OPTP equipment suitable for home programmes?
- Much of it is designed for exactly that. Straps, rolls, bands and massage balls are inexpensive enough to dispense from clinic, and most ship with printed guidance so patients repeat the exercise correctly.
- How does a UK clinic buy OPTP products?
- Through Lanson Group. Apply for a trade account on this site; once approved you see trade prices and can order the range online.