David Lawrence discusses ankle foot orthotics (AFOs), providing background on the purpose and use of each type.

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00:00 Selecting the Correct Ankle Foot Orthotic
00:50 Pathology vs. Preference
01:54 AFO Considerations
04:57 Stabilizing AFOs
05:46 Foot Drop Considerations
07:22 Plastic AFOs
09:23 Carbon Fiber AFOs
13:41 Off Loading Braces
15:03 Suggestions



This is the second episode of our Orthotic Selection and Training video series. This comprehensive series addresses the considerations to be weighed prior to bracing, as well as how to properly select, fit, and train patients using lower extremity braces. The series is made for rehabilitation professionals and is an excellent resource for patients and clinicians using lower extremity braces.

View the entire series here:    • Orthotic Selection and Training Series  


Instructor: David Lawrence, MSPT, ATRet
David is an internationally renowned rehabilitation professional and educator. In addition to treating patients, he delivers courses in the USA and abroad on knee, hip and foot pathologies, rehabilitation following limb amputation, and disabled sports and recreation. He is founder of The Gait Center, a walking focused physical therapy clinic located in Richmond, VA, USA, as well as the founder and Chief Executive Officer for Mission Gait.



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