Ankle Foot Orthosis

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Sciences in orthotics augmentation have advanced over the years, giving physically disabled people the strength and hope they need to carry on. As time went on, we’ve come from simple plastic to being close to implementing robotics. Now, carbon fiber orthotics will make lives that much easier for those who have mobility impairments.

What makes carbon such a useful tool is how strong it can become after a dip in resin. The fibers then get twisted into almost like a string of yarn; they can be shaped to virtually anything needed.

This ends up making the substance hard, like plastic almost, and the tensile strength of steel while being extremely light, which is very vital when making orthotics for arms and legs.

The advantages of a Carbon Fiber Orthosis:

• High strength and durability
• Lightweight
• Flexibility
• Good temperature resistant
• Great energy storage and release
• Easy to fit

Indications:

Minor impairment of the foot lowering musculature

Minor impairment of knee extension

Drop foot caused by:

• Peroneal paralysis (paresis)
• Stroke
• Traumatic brain injury
• Multiple sclerosis
• Neural muscular atrophy
• Moderate spasticity