The definition of Dynamic AFOs, who needs DAFO, checklist before buying your drop foot brace/AFO

How to normalize gait - Dynamic AFO Foot Drop Brace after stroke

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Ankle foot orthoses (AFOs) are frequently prescribed to improve gait deviation
and normalize walking patterns in patients with drop foot hemiplegia disorder.
In healthy individuals, the functional lower limb shortening which is hip & knee
flexion and ankle dorsiflexion mainly achieve toe clearance. By the way,
reduction of toe clearance of the affected foot derived from ankle joint
disability(foot drop [https://www.neofect.com/us/blog/what-is-foot-drop/])
causes the abnormal movement of knee and hip hike to compensate for the ankle
movement. It is a major cause of falls in patients with foot drop disorder.

 
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Table of contents

 * What are Dynamic AFOs?
 * Who needs a Dynamic Ankle Foot Orthotic (DAFO)?
 * Before buying an AFO, check if the drop foot brace...
 * Neofect STEP Dynamic AFO

 What are Dynamic AFOs?
Conventional AFOs are used to restrict ankle plantarflexion/dorsiflexion
movement, thus maintaining the hemiparetic foot in a fixed position of
dorsiflexion to facilitate swing. However, this ROM restriction in the ankle
joint disrupts the rhythm of gait and increases energy consumption during
walking. To alleviate this issue, hinge-applied AFOs were developed to allow
some ankle flexibility during the loading response on the affected lower limb,
thus slightly reducing the energy cost of hemiparetic gait. It is generally
called Dynamic Ankle Foot Orthosis(DAFO). Dynamic Ankle Foot Orthosis(DAFO)
generally refers to a custom-made Supra-Malleolar Orthosis fabricated from thin
thermoplastic material. It fits the foot intimately and the flexible and thin
thermoplastic use means that DAFO can provide circumferential control of the
rear and forefoot to maintain a neutral alignment. In the original designs of
DAFOs, a ‘neurological’ footplate was often incorporated that consisted of a pad
at the peroneal & calf site with dorsiflexing the toes.

These days, the prefabricated DAFOs are common and those are usually applied
with shoes to use in daily life especially in outdoor activities. 

 
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 Who needs a Dynamic Ankle Foot Orthotic (DAFO)?
 * Individuals who have had foot drop after stroke or other neurological
   deficits as well as nerve injuries resulting in abnormal gait.
 * Those who need to regain the rhythm of gait and increase energy efficiency
   during walking.
   

 
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 Before buying an AFO, check if the orthosis...
 * is tested by experts
 * is easy to wear with shoes
 * supports the ankle and keep dorsiflexed properly
 * keeps the ankle and foot from inverting and dropping
 * allows ankle mobility for a various movement like squat and lunge
 * provides support only where it is needed, swapping unnecessary bulk for a
   slim fit and cosmetically-appealing look
 * promotes balance improvement through correction of limb asymmetry and hip
   joint compensation



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Neofect STEP
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is designed to support the ankle and keep the foot dorsiflexed by the Neofect’s
expert physical therapist. The main purpose of AFO is to keep the ankle and foot
from inverting and dropping at the initial contact and toe-off phase. Also,
neutral foot positioning assist ensures a secure heel strike, while ankle joint
stabilization corrects varus/valgus positioning in mid-stance. Dynamic
dorsiflexion through the elastomer ankle joint ensures toe clearance during the
swing phase. This can be caused by nerve injury, muscle or nerve disorders,
brain or spinal cord disorders
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With its flexible/supportive hinge component, an AFO helps individuals walk more
naturally while lifting the foot and keeping the ankle in alignment.

 
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Foot drop causes the toes to drag on the ground, creating the need for gait
changes to compensate to clear the foot. It’s forcefully making you use those 
muscles that have atrophy
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, so you can see a difference when not wearing it. Also, it provides enough
range of motion to still be able to squat, lunge and perform a higher level of
balance. And the foot-plate supports approximately ⅔ of foot length. It retains
flexibility and prevents paresthesia in the toes.

Neofect STEP provides a strong, lightweight solution to support people with a
range of walking disorders caused by a variety of neurological and
musculoskeletal disorders.

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Further reading:

What Does A Foot Drop Brace Do?
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Are you contemplating to buy a drop foot brace? Here is the check list you need to consider before buying one.

What  does  a  drop  foot  brace  do?

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You may need to consider a drop foot brace if you have difficulty with
swing-phase foot clearance after stroke and/or stance phase control that affects
walking. Drop Foot Brace is an ankle and foot brace for stroke, neurologic
disorders, and nerve injury patients. The brace maintains foot dorsiflexion and
prevents the foot from inverting during gait.

 
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Table of contents

 * Drop Foot Brace is Helpful for the following people:
 * Checklist before buying a drop foot brace
 * Neofect Drop Foot Brace

 Drop Foot Brace is Helpful for the following people:
 * Individuals who have had strokes and other neurological deficits as well as
   nerve injuries resulting in abnormal gait.
 * Those who need ankle and foot stability to improve mobility for everyday
   activities.

 
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 Before buying a drop foot brace, check if the dropfoot brace...
 * is tested by experts,
 * is easy to wear,
 * is applicable with socks and shoes so you can go outdoors with it,
 * supports the ankle and keep dorsiflexed properly,
 * keeps the ankle and foot from inverting and dropping,
 * has an anti-claw toe/foot pad,
 * has different tension straps to increase ankle stability and allow blood
   circulation,
 * allows sensation and motion for numbness according to nerve changes

 Neofect Drop Foot Brace
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is designed to support the ankle and keep the foot dorsiflexed. The main purpose
of the brace is to keep the ankle and foot from inverting and dropping. This can
be caused by nerve injury, muscle or nerve disorders, brain or spinal cord
disorders. With its ergonomic design, the brace helps individuals to walk more
naturally but assisting with lifting the toes and keeping the ankle in
alignment.

 
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Foot drop causes the toes to drag on the ground, creating the need for changes
in gait to compensate in order to clear the foot. A 2mm foot pad provides
support to keep the toes from clawing during walking. Different strap tensions
are available to increase ankle stability. 3 high tension straps and 1 low
tension strap provides appropriate support to improve gait. Also, the wide main
strap allows blood circulation on your ankle and foot.
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Foot drop

What Does A Foot Drop Brace Do?

Learn why treating drop foot is so important and how to treat the foot drop. 

What is foot drop?

Various neurologic or orthopedic conditions can result in a condition of the
lower extremity called foot drop. Foot drop occurs when changes in muscle tone
in the foot and leg affect coordination and strength resulting in an inability
to flex the ankle or lift the forefoot.

It is important to treat footdrop. Why?
A small thing like not being able to tap your toes can seem inconsequential but,
if left untreated, can lead to gait abnormalities, injury to the foot or leg,
increased fall risk, or postural deformity. In order to compensate for poor foot
control, people with foot drop adopt compensatory movements, such as excessively
lifting at the hip or over-flexing the knee ― a pattern known as steppage gait.
This gait pattern can lead to cascading compensatory postures throughout the
body, which can lead to pain or impairments in other areas.





Decreased sensation in the foot often accompanies foot drop. As a result, when
individuals with foot drop scuff their toes along the ground or bump against
objects in their path, they can injure themselves without being aware. These
small injuries can become worse with repetition or lead to infection.


How can I improve my foot drop?
Foot drop can be mild to severe, unilateral or bilateral. The first line of
treatment often involves the use of a foot drop brace. The Neofect Drop Foot
Brace
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is an ankle and foot brace that maintains foot dorsiflexion and prevents the
foot from inverting during gait. With its ergonomic design, the brace helps
individuals to walk more naturally by assisting with lifting the toes and
keeping the ankle in alignment.





Different strap tensions are available to increase ankle stability. 3 high
tension straps and 1 low tension strap provides appropriate support to improve
gait. A 2mm foot pad provides support to keep the toes from clawing during
walking. Compare to other foot drop splints, the Neofect Drop Foot
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brace is made of fabric material which is easier to wear and accommodates socks
and shoes. The open heel design allows for increased sensation and motion during
gait and activities of daily living.