Lakeland Extra-Strong (Swedish) AFO

Description

Produced in the UK using x-strong injection moulded polypropylene and finished with a soft foam calf pad and Velcro touch close strap calf strap. This AFO is reinforced with additional poly-fibre for additional rigidity. This value orthosis is more commonly known as a Swedish AFO and is used extensively in the NHS and private health care industry sectors for drop foot after neurological impairment. It has an easy to trim foot plate and strap to quickly customise for individual fit. It offers a low profile with open heel to fit into the shoe easier. The pad is removeable and washable for comfort and hygiene. The AFO has a rigid shell which aids stability and limits rotation and places the foot in a moderate pronation and dorsi-flexion. It is available in 4 sizes and in left and right. All in all, a super value orthosis with established patient compliance. Also available in standard AFO version.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS
Made in Great Britain
Extra strong rigid polypropylene moulded shell
touch close Velcro calf strap
soft removeable, washable calf pad for comfort and hygiene
easy to trim foot plate and Velcro calf strap for best fit to the individual
Low profile at ankle for comfort
open heel for ease of fit in footwear
shell aids stability and limits rotation
places foot in moderate pronation and dorsi-flexion
lightweight
Sizes: small to x-large
Colour: grey with white calf pad and Velcro calf fastening
Washable (pad) at 30oC

INDICATIONS
post-operative care after ligament reconstruction
conservative treatment after fibular ligament ankle injury
chronic instabilities of the ankle
flaccid foot (drop foot) after neurological impairment
MS/CVA/MND

MODE OF ACTION
Rigidity of shell aids stability and limits rotation
places the foot in a moderate pronation and dorsi-flexion

SIZING AND ORDERING

Regular strength Lakeland AFO also available