Wear and care instructions for your brace
| Children should wear their AFOs during the day, just as they would their shoes. |
| While walking barefoot after a bath or in the evening can do no harm, you may consider having the child wear them at night, even while sleeping, for stretching particularly tight muscles. |
| Caring for your brace |
| Your brace can and should be cleaned frequently. Use soap and water to clean it daily. Once a week, wipe your brace down with rubbing alcohol. |
| Straps will wear over time and need replacement. Please contact Braceworks for an appointment or call 403-240-9100 in Calgary for express service. |
| Also see |
| AFO wear and care FAQs Finding a footwear-AFO fit for kids SmartKnit Seamless Socks |
Kids, clothes and AFOs: Finding the right fit
Skin care issues related to orthotic device wear
AFO Tips from Complex Child
SmartKnit Seamless Socks
What are the best socks to wear with AFOs?
AFO wear and care FAQs
A schedule for wearing your brace
How can I tell when my child is outgrowing their AFO?
How do I apply and tighten my child’s brace?
To brace or not to brace? Bracing for neuromuscular conditions