Dynamic ankle-foot orthosis made of carbon, for lifting the foot and active energy return
while walking.
Features and benefits
• Made of carbon fibre prepreg
– Energy is stored and returned during the gait cycle
• Slim design
– Inconspicuous to wear
• Trimable sole
– Straightforward adaptation
• Low weight
– High acceptance
• Two comfortable calf bands made of climate-regulating material
– Skin-friendly padding, washable and exchangeable
• Medial guidance of the longitudinal arch by the pylon
– Prevents supination in solid footwear
• Dorsal pylon/spring to calf band
– Good control at heel strike and toe-off
Indications
• Drop foot caused by
– Peroneal paralysis (paresis)
– Stroke
– Traumatic brain injury
– Multiple sclerosis
– Neural muscular atrophy
Modes of action
• Supports dorsiflexion
• Promotes dynamic rollover
• Increases the stride length by improving muscle dynamics
• Promotes exterior rotation of the foot at heel strike
• Promotes a physiological gait pattern
• Reduces the risk of falling
