Welcome to The Clinical Minute! On this episode, Senior Clinical Education Specialist Liz Hillen, M.Ed., CPO, LPO, provides an overview of the Becker Orthopedic versatile Method TA ankle-foot orthosis.
Becker Method TA Overview
The Becker Method TA ankle-foot orthosis (AFO) is an advanced, prefabricated, custom-fit orthotic solution for a broad range of pathological gait abnormalities, including:
- Stroke
- Multiple sclerosis
- Cerebral palsy
- Spinal cord injuries
- Other complex neuromotor disorders
It was designed to work with the Becker Triple Action multi-function ankle joint, and removes the technical challenges associated with designing and fitting a custom AFO.
Key Features & Benefits:
- Easy-don, sanitizable tibial strap with thumb loop and static chafe for one-handed donning
- Advanced prepreg carbon composite
- Soil-resistant adjustable / repositionable liners for comfortable all-day wear
- Rigid anterior shell with lateral component and supramalleolar extension to resist foot and ankle postural abnormalities
- Premium Triple Action® multi-function ankle component with independent alignment, resistance threshold adjustment, and adjustable spring stiffness
- Heavy duty stirrup for improved stiffness and reliability
- Prepreg flat footplate fits patients preferred shoe and provides rollover and energy return for more efficient gait
- Adjustable heel block for enhanced comfort
Tuning & Sizing
The Method TA uses Becker’s Systematic Tuning Procedure™ for Triple Action ankle joints and provides simple instructions to quickly fit the orthosis. Becker's tuning method aims to standardize and simplify the tuning process. You can download the tuning guide here.
Method TA Size Chart
The Becker Method TA AFO is available on the SPS Online Store:
For more information, email us at clinical@spsco.com or contact your SPS Sales Account Manager.
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