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Articulated Ankle-Foot Orthosis

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Custom AFO used for posterior tibial tendon dysfunction and other conditions needing hindfoot control.

Best For
Adult-acquired flatfoot (PTTD)
Standout Feature
Hindfoot and midfoot control
Technology
Custom thermoplastic with ankle joints
Clinical Role
Deformity control, surgery alternative
Access
Prescription
Price Range
$$$
EvidenceLimited Evidence
FDAFDA Class I / ExemptUnverified
APMANone listed
ClaimsClinical claims not yet established

Podiatric analysis

Custom AFO used for posterior tibial tendon dysfunction and other conditions needing hindfoot control. From a podiatric perspective, the key question is fit between the device's clinical role (deformity control, surgery alternative) and the patient's pathology, footwear, and adherence.

Limitations. Requires compatible footwear.

Specifications

Material
Thermoplastic
Joint
Articulated
Related conditions:Chronic Ankle InstabilityAnkle ArthritisPosterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction

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