Ankle foot orthotics AFO
Improve walking or protect and support the foot and ankle
Custom orthotics with colour and pattern make a positive statement. This is undoubtedly the most important factor for kids and, well, bigger kids. It’s often first on the list. Lots of variety in stock. Click a pattern for a
… READ MOREJürgen with WalkOn on stairs. Moving naturally. You can move naturally with the WalkOn during the day. When you crouch down or walk up a set of stairs for example, you can put a natural load on the forefoot. The WalkOn is ideally
… READ MOREInterface use has long been the subject of study and clinical emphasis in prosthetics, but too little attention has been given to the role of interfaces—padded socks in particular—in protecting the skin and soft tissues from
… READ MOREChildren 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
… READ MOREGradually increase the amount of time per day you wear your brace. Generally, it takes about a week until you can wear your brace full-time or up to the length of a normal school day. Little Princess with CP The following program
… READ MOREHold the foot at or beyond 90 degrees Place the foot firmly into the heel pocket of the AFO Secure the ankle strap Secure the shin strap Fit the shoe over the AFO Prevent skin problems from occurring with your new brace by following a
… READ MOREWe include a pair of SmartKnit Seamless Socks with every new AFO, SMO, KAFO. SmartKnit Seamless socks for adults and children protect foot and leg. They are designed specifically for AFO and KAFO wearers to maximize skin health and
… READ MORETuning of ankle foot orthoses (AFOs) and AFO footwear combinations can significantly improve gait in patients with neuromuscular impairments. Even so, some patients still prefer their untuned devices, which has led researchers and
… READ MOREMovement abnormalities in children and adults are analyzed with advanced motion capture technology to aid clinicians with treatment decisions for patients with neurological diagnoses. This facility provides a range of healthcare
… READ MORESurestep SMOs Sunnyhill Pediatric Clinic Unit 305, 4015 University Ave NW Calgary, AB T3B 6K3 Call 403-284-0001 Fax 403-284-1593 reception@sunnyhillpediatricclinic.ca Dr. Neil Cooper Dr. Lori Walker Dr. Desiree Yow Dr. Jennifer
… READ MOREWhen Eloise Dupuis, who must wear leg braces inside running shoes for stability and mobility, arrived Saturday with her father, Matthew, to play, they were refused use of a climbing structure. Left to right: Tracy Dupuis, Lucy Dupuis,
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