Metallic AFO

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 OBJECTIVES
• What is ankle foot orthosis?
• Parts of AFO
• An AFO is a device that is used to control instabilities
in the lower limb by maintaining proper alignment
and controlling motion.

• It is most often used with patients suffering from

neurological or orthopedic conditions such as stroke,
multiple sclerosis, and cerebral palsy; and often used
where swelling of the leg and foot is present.
• A conventional AFO is typically fabricated with two
metal upright bars and a leather covered calf band.

• The ankle joints are adjustable to control the amount

of motion allowed in the ankle.

• The AFO is most often connected to the shoe.

 Components of a Metal AFO
• Calf band (mild steel)
• Uprights (Dura aluminium)
• Ankle joints (stainless steel)
• Stirrup (mild steel)
• Shoe (preferably leather sole)
• Straps (leather)
shoe
• This is the most essential part of a orthosis.
• Orthosis attached to the shoe by means of stirrup
plate.
 Stirrups
• These are of 2 types
• Solid stirrup and Split stirrup
Solid stirrup: This is ‘U’ type of structure which gives
permanent attachment to shoe and split
stirrup/uprights.
Available in 3 different sizes.
Split stirrup: This gives attachments to stirrup plate and
ankle joints.
Available in 3 different sizes.
 Review Questions
• An AFO is a device that is used to control instabilities
in the lower limb. (T/F)
• An AFO maintains body temperature. (T/F)
• The AFO is most often connected to the shoe. (T/F)
• Orthosis attached to the shoe by means of ankle joint.
(T/F)
• Solid stirrups are “U” shape. (T/F)
 REFERENCES
• Carol frey , Atlas of orthoses and assistive devices , 3rd
edition.chapter-11.