Solid AFO (SAFO) is predominantly applied to completely limit the ankle joint movement in patients with foot drop, weak dorsiflexion and/or plantarflexion, ligament injury about the ankle, mild knee instability,and valgus/varus.
The articulated AFO provides controlled ankle movement, with motion determined by medical necessity and through gait analysis. The articulated AFO can be fabricated with a molded inner bootie to help reduce tone by providing improved foot alignment. Variable Joint choice is available to Clinician request.
A Ground (Floor) Reaction Ankle Foot Orthosis (GRAFO or FRAFO) is a type of custom fabricated, molded plastic, AFO capable of triplanar control of the foot/ankle complex. Generally formed from polypropylene, there are several variations on the GRAFO but all include an anterior shell which captures the tibia proximally.
Custom plastic bi-valve boot with rocker bottom sole; Can be made with custom insole; Fully padded Maintain foot and ankle stability; Prevent shear forces; protect limb; prescribed for patients who have foot ulcers or insensate feet; can be modified to unload weight at specific areas to grant opportunity for ulcer healing.
The C.R.O.W. is a combination of an ankle foot orthosis and a custom boot. The C.R.O.W. was developed for patients with severe Charcot changes of the foot and ankle where a more traditional means of treatment was not satisfactory. The device is in essence a bivalved copolymer full foot enclosure ankle foot orthosis with a rocker bottom sole built on the device.
The orthosis is fully lined with a custom foot insert and custom formed to a plastic impression of the patients affected limb. Appropriate modifications are performed to the impression, which permits for equal weight distribution through the limb and foot.
The smaller shoe that helps stabilize the ankle and prevents the arch of the foot from collapsing. AFO (Ankle Foot Orthotics) this brace helps hold the foot and ankle in the correct position
Is a custom-made inner shoe orthosis supporting the mid and hind foot. UCBL’s provide heel and arch support while allowing full ankle movement.
KAFOs are provided to compensate for muscle weakness, paralysis or skeletal problems which cause lower limb instability. The KAFO aims to make standing and walking easier by: Controlling joint instability. Preventing excessive joint motion.
Made from durable, unique materials that give your feet the support they need. By wearing your Upsteps daily, you can relieve your foot pain or even stop it altogether.
Custom made knee orthosis are used for unloading the knee joint. The braces are often used in Osteo-Arthritis of knee and any ligament deficiencies. Fabricated with different kind of joint , upon Clinician request.
Metal bracing and leather work (Double Upright).