Ankle foot orthotics: A guide
External biomechanical devices provide support and stability to the body while aiding or inhibiting movement. Ankle foot orthotics or orthoses (AFOs), in particular, fit around the lower extremities. You may have seen plaster casts, splints or walking boots used for acute ankle and foot injuries. There are many more types of AFOs made with different materials and mechanisms. Whether you need an AFO for a few weeks or the rest of your life, there’s one that can provide the exact amount of protection and flexibility below the knee. Podiatric specialists have developed new manufacturing technology and materials over the last 10 years. Now AFOs can be 3D printed without making a plaster model and can change shape and function as...
Jun 05, 2024
