• Prefab Carbon AFO being offered is the standard model.
• Custom to measure are also available at a reduced cost
• If the malleolus bone is restricted by the standard model Prefab Carbon Fiber AFO a custom cast will be need. Contact Customer Support for prices (CONTACT tab top of web site page).
MEASURE CLEARANCE OF STRUT
• If malleoulos bone is not constricted by the strut, the Prefab model should provide relief for the indications shown below.
• Measure the distance from floor to the apex (center) of the malleoulous (ankle) bone. Measurement must be made standing bare foot (no shoes or socks) from the floor to the apex of the ankle. The measurement must be between 2 ½ “to 3 ½ “ .
STANDARD FEATURES
• The 100% Carbon Fiber AFO is the lightest and strongest.
• The lateral strut height is 13 ½” for the standard model
• The malleolus (ankle bone) relief is 2 ½” to 3 ½”
• The prefab Carbon Fiber AFO will fit into most shoes
• foot plate will be cut to the customers exact shoe size
• Lateral support strut prevents inversion and supination.
• Low profile, spiral design, enhances esthetics and increases overall patient comfort
• Open heel design eliminates pressure sores in that area.
• Orthotic contacts patient only at calf & footplate reduces heat, increases comfort
INDICATIONS: CONTRA-INDICATIONS:
• Foot drop due to CVA • Edma
• Trans-met amputation • Diabetic patients / pressure problems
• Lateral ankle instability • Certain foot deformities
• Charot Marie Tooth/Refsum Disease • Spasticity or flexion contractures
• Muscular weakness in foot & ankle • Moderate to severe ankle instability
• Peroneal Palsy
• Neuromuscular conditions
• Forefoot amputations
To Order the Prefabricated Caron Fiber AFO:
Step 1: select “ORDER” option and “ORDER PREFAB CARBON AFO”. Follow steps to pay for product and select shipping options.
Step 2: It is necessary that the footplate be exact sized for the shoe the customer will be using. Remove the insole from the shoe you will be using with the AFO. The AFO footplate is normally placed under the shoe insole.
Step 3 : Trace an outline of the shoe insole on a sheet of paper. Fax, mail or email the insole tracing to us , be sure to include your name, address, email and telephone number. Contact customer support for assistance if needed.
