Ankle Foot Orthoses (AFOs)
An Ankle Foot Orthosis (AFO) can be worn to control the movement and position of the ankle and foot during gait. There are many different design features of an AFO which allow the brace to function in a specific way depending on the requirements of the user. AFOs can also indirectly influence the mechanics at the knee and hip joints during movement. They can help compensate for muscle weakness, nerve damage and spasticity.
A wide range of applications
AFOs can be used for many different reasons, to offer control over the foot and ankle and may be beneficial for people living with the effects of a wide range of neurological conditions, including:
- Multiple sclerosis (MS)
- Stroke
- Spinal cord injury (SCI)
- Hereditary spastic paraparesis (HSP)
- Cerebral palsy (CP)
- Peripheral neuropathy, including Charcot Marie Tooth (CMT)
- Spina Bifida
- Nerve injury/radiculopathy
- Movement disorders, eg. dystonia
- Traumatic brain injury
- Transverse myelitis
Contact us today to discuss your individual requirements and to see if an AFO could be beneficial for you.
Prefabricated designs
Prefabricated AFOs are typically lower in bulk than bespoke devices, and may be beneficial for many people for different reasons. There are many different designs which function in different ways. At Enhance Orthotics, we believe strongly that any brace should allow the user maximum functionality with minimal restriction. We offer access to a wide range of styles of prefabricated AFOs from a wide range of suppliers and are able to make independent recommendations. We offer the trial of carbon fibre orthoses in clinic before committing to purchasing as we feel it is important that you have the chance to really put a brace through its’ paces to ensure it is right for you.
Bespoke options
Bespoke AFOs can be designed to meet complex demands and allow for an orthosis to be designed with specific requirements in mind. At Enhance Orthotics, we work directly with specialist manufacturers to produce AFOs from plastics, carbon fibre and 3d printed materials, depending on the needs of the individual.
Bespoke devices are made from a cast or a scan of your foot and ankle to ensure optimum fit and performance. The design is influenced by the biomechanical goals and requirements of the user.
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