Thermoplastic Knee Ankle Foot Orthosis (KAFO)
Thermoplastic KAFOs are custom made by first moulding heated plastic (thermoplastics) to a modified replica of the leg. They have become popularized as a lighter and more cosmetically appealing design option.
This device may be suitable for individuals with:
Poliomyelitis
Spinal cord injury
Peripheral nerve injury
Severe knee osteoarthritis
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Trauma