Welcome to The Clinical Minute, where we provide short overviews of orthotic and prosthetic devices. In this segment, Clinical Consultant Liz Hillen, M.Ed., CPO, LPO, provides a detailed look at Elevate Dynamic's AFO1 Glide.
Elevate Dynamic's AFO1 Glide is a carbon fiber ankle foot orthosis, prefabricated in the interior anterior tibia section. This AFO is an excellent clinical solution for patients who present with plantar flexor weakness or paralysis with or without quadriceps weakness.
Features
- The AFO1 product line was created with an all-sizes-in-one design. The calf cuffs and trimmable footplates are adjustable to comfortably fit most patient demographics.
- The anterior tibia section is constructed with a trimmable synthetic liner making it flexible. The section also features cool-flow vents to help with breathability for the patient.
- The BOA Fit system strap helps to maintain a firm and secure fitting to the patient's anatomy.
- The adjustable vertical height on the strut can be adjusted with five different height options.
- The AFO1 Glide has a trimmable fiberglass foot plate that can be trimmed to fit sizes extra small to extra large.
Before trimming the footplate, place the lateral strut at the distal calcaneus. Trim the posterior section first, and then the anterior section. The lateral strut is manufactured using 3D compression molding which minimizes the delamination and the breakage rate, but also provides the flexibility and energy return that the patient requires during gait.
Guarantee
Elevate is happy to offer a 2 year warranty for the AFO1 Glide. Click here to learn more about Elevate's warranty.
If you have questions about Elevate Dynamic's AFO1 Glide, please comment below or email the Clinical Services Team.
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