Ossur AFO Light Orthosis

The Ossur AFO Light provides necessary support only where it is needed thus eliminating unnecessary bulk and providing a cosmetically appealing look. Utilizing the best of Flex-Foot technology and the energy storing properties of carbon fiber. The AFO Light offers a strong and lightweight solution for people with mild to moderate of drop foot. The Ossur AFO Light is for for AFO users with mild to moderate drop foot secondary to a variety of neurological conditions. The product comprises a footplate, posterior strut, and a calf piece.

A simple velcro strapping system facilitates donning and doffing. The product is provided with silicone padding and a thermo-formable tube covering the heel part of the posterior spring. This combination results in easier donning of the AFO and prevents damage of the padding in this vulnerable area. An elastic band connects the separate calf-piece to the posterior spring. This connection allows semi-controlled upward and downward motion in synchronization with ankle plantar flexion and dorsal flexion. Excessive rubbing and migration of the calf-piece from the calf is, therefore, reduced. This product is available in black color only.

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Indications

• CVA
• MS
• Charcot Marie Tooth disease
• Other neurological conditions
• Mild knee instability
• Contra-Indication
• Severe ankle - foot deformities
• Severe spasticity
• Fluctuation edema

Features

• HIGH QUALITY BRACE FOR MILD DROP FOOT - Ossur's AFO Light Foot Orthosis is a strong & lightweight walking solution for people with mild to moderate drop foot, which provides adequate energy return and assists the limb to propel forward right at toe off.
• LIGHTWEIGHT CARBON FIBER CONSTRUCTION - Using Flex-Foot technology and Carbon fiber design that provides excellent strength-to-weight ratio and dynamic motion, this light yet sturdy foot brace has an incredible weight bearing limit of 220 lbs. (100 kg).
• FUNCTIONAL & COSMETICALLY APPEALING DESIGN - Eliminating unnecessary bulk, the AFO Light is DESIGNED TO SUPPORT THE FOOT & HEEL WHERE IT IS NEEDED. It allows for gradual plantar flexion at initial contact, & supports the foot for proper ground clearance.
• EASY TO DON & DOFF - Follow the instructions in the manual for assembling and fitting the AFO, with steps for sliding into the footplate, aligning the posterior strut and strapping the calf loop. This ankle-foot brace can be worn barefoot or with shoes.
• IMPORTANT SPECIFICATIONS - AFO Light is only meant for mild drop foot secondary to neurological conditions. It is not to be used in case of severe ankle-foot deformities, medial-lateral instability, severe spasticity, extreme activity or fluctuating edema.