Podalib AFO Drop Foot Ankle Brace

Aircast Podalib AFO offers a dynamic and functional approach to address muscular weakness and/or foot-lifting muscle deficit, resulting in drop foot. Benefits are immediate, allowing patients to regain a more supple and spontaneous walking pattern, gaining in mobility and greater confidence.

FEATURES & BENEFITS.

• Supple textile structure (no hard components) promotes natural ambulation.
• No hindering of movement, unlike rigid AFO’s.
• Allow a natural and spontaneous walking pattern.
• Compatible with most shoes.
• Can be worn barefoot and also while swimming.
• Allows full range of activity.
• Elastic strap adjusts tension and foot flexion angle as desired.
• Breathable honeycomb fabric.
• Adjustable ankle cuff.
• Posterior foam pad for added Achilles Tendon protection.
• Lightweight and low profile.
• One hand application and adjustment.
• Can be universally worn on the right or left foot.
• Unlike traditional rigid Hallux valgus night splints, this patented splint system can be worn during the day in a shoe under load (while walking).
• Shortens post-operative rehab time.
• BLACK won’t show dirt as quickly as a lighter coloured supports.
• Completely washable & hygienic.

PRODUCT GOALS.

• Neurological weakness or paralysis of the foot lifting muscles, resulting in drop foot.
• Helps compensate peroneal muscles deficit.
• Helps keep foot at 90 degree angle.
• Helps prevent lateral imbalance, without movement restriction.
• Helps improve ambulation.