The 28U11 WalkOn® lower leg orthosis is especially designed for use by active patients with weak dorsiflexion or paralysis. It flexibly and passively limits plantar flexion and ensures dynamic foot repositioning. The lightweight carbon fiber orthosis is stable and offers high energy return.
These exciting designs provide all the benefits of the standard WalkOn carbon fiber AFO with the convenience of shaping the footplate with a scissors.
- All the features of the WalkOn in a trimable design.
The flexible elements in the anterior foot area and the heel make a dynamic physiological gait pattern possible for your patient, both on even and uneven surfaces, while the middle portion of the foot and the calf band are held in place in order to actively support lifting the foot.
Gait analysis studies have shown that, compared to other carbon orthoses with frontal contact in the stance phase, the WalkOn® offers increased stability for the patient. During the swing phase, the orthosis compensates for the missing foot lifter function in an almost identical manner. The improved rollover dynamics can be verified by examining the torque acting on the upper part of the ankle. Near-sagittal torque was measured on the upper part of the ankle in the middle of the stance phase. This relates to a physiological stress on the joints and a high level of comfort. For more information, see the following PDF file.
In addition, the WalkOn® with its removable calf pad stands out with a high level of wearer comfort. The low weight and slim anatomical shape increase compliance and make a dynamic gait at higher speeds possible for your patient. It also ensures that the orthosis will last for a long time. The WalkOn® is easy to put on and take off.
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"I received the WalkOn® AFO yesterday for a dropped foot from a back injury suffered three years ago.
For three years I have been dragging, my foot making it difficult to walk extended intervals. In one day, I was able to walk from the parking lot of our local mall and all around the inside without any symptoms of fatigue or being tired.
It is so great to be able to walk without worrying about tripping or falling because of my dropped foot. This has opened my life again to do things I only imagined I would be able to do again. I hope more people learn about this great product and achieve the freedom I have found again.
So far, I have tried the WalkOn® AFO in top siders, tennis shoes and sandals. On Sunday, I will try the walk on with dress shoes going to church.
Thank you so much for giving me the freedom to walk with confidence and to be independent and free to do things I love to do."
-Joe Williams, TX
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