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Upper Extremity

Spinal

Lower Extremity

AFO, Ankle Foot Orthosis, Floor Reaction (Custom-Molded)

Purpose of the Device

  • To provide ground reaction forces to the knee which assist in stabilizing the knee during ambulation

Indications

  • Quadricep weakness
  • Crouch gait
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • CVA w/ quadricep weakness

Common Additions

  • Dorsiflexion assist for foot drop
  • Solid ankle designs available
  • Can be made with carbon graphite for light weight needs such as multiple sclerosis

Special Considerations

  • This design can be incorporated into a KAFO for patients with severe weakness

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