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TRIAL ORTHOSIS
This information is only for the Not-for-Resale. These orthoses are only for temporary use to assist in appropriate product selection prior to fitting with a
permanent orthosis. They serve as a valuable assessment tool to: (1) Determine appropriate size, (2) Assess gait pattern improvement, (3) Determine modifi-
cations required, and (4) Evaluate patient acceptance. If the patient feels any excessive discomfort or pain, the assessment should be aborted immediately.
X-Small
Small
Medium
Large
X-Large
With initial steps, some patients may feel uncomfortable due to the affect the orthosis has on gait pattern and finding position of balance. We highly recom-
mend first assessment be done with a walking aid or in parallel bars.
These orthosis should always have padding on the inside. The padding is machine washable and can be re-used. Below you will find some questions and
answers to help you get started with using the Not-For-Resale orthosis. You can also contact your local orthotist for assistance or visit www.allardint.com
for additional information. Also read the Allard AFO Professional Instruction for more detailed information about the fitting and adaptions of the product.
Indications: Footdrop Contraindications: These Not-For-Resale orthoses should not be used by patients with very high sensitivity or sensory receptor
deficit, leg wounds due to diabetes, excessive edema or very severe spasticity.
Questions & Answers
How do I choose correct size?
Start with the patients foot length and choose product size closest to that length. The orthosis increases in rigidity as the size increases. It is important
to select final size based on body tpye, function, and activity level. If you determine the size you have selected is too rigid, select the next smaller size. The
footplate should always be covered with an insole or foot orthotic, to prevent irritation if the footplate is smaller than the foot. Many patients will require a
custom insole, wedging, posting, or heel lifts to address issues of supination, pronation, valgus, varus, or to change knee extension moment.
What shoe should I use?
It is important that the orthosis does not shift within the shoe. A good shoe will help to acheive this. Choose a shoe where the opening can be adjusted
with lacing or Velcro. Also make sure that the shoe has the correct heel height. If the heel is too low, there is a risk for the knee to go into hyperextension.
What shall I consider if it is a new patient?
Look carefully at the foot before and after the assessment and training. If any red marks appear, make sure that the padding is correctly positioned. If the
patient has very sensitive skin, limit the training time.
How to put the orthosis on the patients foot?
Place the orthosis in the patient's shoe. Then help the patient to put on the shoe with the orthosis simultaneously. When first placing the orthosis in the
shoe, most patients (even those with limited use of one arm), can manage to put on the orthosis by themselves.
How can I clean the orthotis between different patients?
The padding that is delivered with the orthosis can be machine washed in 40ºC (104 o F). The orthosis can be gently cleaned with mild soap and water.
What is the difference between the three products ?
ToeOFF
®
was the first dynamic response carbon composite gait orthosis launched by Camp Scandinavia in 1997. As the amount of support and degree of
rigidity varies from patient to patient, two more products were developed: Ypsilon
with dorsi-flexion. BlueROCKER
®
mation about Allard AFOs can be found on www.allardint.com or from your local dealer.
Always check the following before use:
• Padding is correctly positioned on the orthosis
• Both Velcros are securely fastened
• The shoe is well positioned
• Correct heel height, no hyperextension in the knee
• Never leave the patient alone when training with the Not-for-Resale orthosis
For further information, contact your local distributor or Allard International:
Tel: +46 42 25 27 01, Fax : +46 42 25 27 25, www.allardint.com.
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Size
Footplate in mm
is for patients that have more severe involvement - often including above knee pathology and often bilateral. More infor-
210
230
245
270
285
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was developed for patients that have a stable ankle and only need help
Shoe size
- 36
36 - 38
39 - 41
42 - 44
45 -
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