Who Needs a Kafo
Stance Control. Clinical Indications for a Kafo Include Instability of the Knee and Ankle, Quadriceps Weakness or Absence, Hyperextension of the Knee, Varus or...
Stance control. Clinical indications for a KAFO include instability of the knee and ankle, quadriceps weakness or absence, hyperextension of the knee, varus or valgus deformity correction in children, and paralysis of one or both legs.
What are KAFOs made of?
Cosmetic KAFOs are made of plastic or carbon fibre and are divided into two sections which are connected by metal side members with knee joints. The lower section encompasses the back of the calf, around the ankle and under the foot and the upper section encompasses the back and side of the thigh.
How much does a C brace cost?
Ottobock’s C-Brace is priced at $75,000.
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