Optional Lateral and Medial Arch Suspender
Description:
A more rigid ankle articulation restricts ankle dorsiflexion and plantarflexion to a range under 5 degrees without disrupting a smooth contact and heel rise phase of gait. This model is suited for treatment of mild dropfoot as well as degenerative arthritis of the ankle and hindfoot.
Suggested L Codes:
L1970 - AFO, molded to patient model with Ankle joint, L2820 - Soft Interface
Clinical Indications:
- DJD of Ankle or rearfoot
- Drop Foot - Mild
- Dropfoot with equinus
- Knee instability
Standard
Restricted Pivot
Dynamic Assist
Description:
A more rigid ankle articulation restricts ankle dorsiflexion and plantarflexion to a range under 5 degrees without disrupting a smooth contact and heel rise phase of gait. This model is suited for treatment of mild dropfoot as well as degenerative arthritis of the ankle and hindfoot.
Suggested L Codes:
L1970 - AFO, molded to patient model with Ankle joint, L2820 - Soft Interface
Clinical Indications:
- DJD of Ankle or rearfoot
- Drop Foot - Mild
- Dropfoot with equinus
- Knee instability
Optional Lateral and Medial Arch Suspender
Standard
Restricted Pivot
Dynamic Assist
Optional Lateral and Medial Arch Suspender
The Richie Brace® - Restricted Ankle Pivot
Restricted ankle joint ROM
Description:
A more rigid ankle articulation restricts ankle dorsiflexion and plantarflexion to a range under 5 degrees without disrupting a smooth contact and heel rise phase of gait. This model is suited for treatment of mild dropfoot as well as degenerative arthritis of the ankle and hindfoot.
Suggested L Codes:
L1970 - AFO, molded to patient model with Ankle joint, L2820 - Soft Interface
Clinical Indications:
- DJD of Ankle or rearfoot
- Drop Foot - Mild
- Dropfoot with equinus
- Knee instability
Standard
Restricted Pivot
Dynamic Assist