Hip Orthosis

Question 1

HKAFO use will impact

Answer 1

• function
• mobility
• energy expenditure

Question 2

types of HKAFO’s

Answer 2

Question 3

hip joint in HKAFO can be

Answer 3

• Single axis: restrict frontal and transverse motion
• Dual axis: allow for sagittal and frontal plane motion

Question 4

how does a person using a HKAFO walks?

(type of gait)

Answer 4

• Swing-through/to gait w/ crutches or walker
• Reciprocal gait is possible but increases Energy
• Sagittal plane motion allows for sitting

Question 5

Answer 5

• hip compression sleeves
• for muscle strains
• prophylactic: adults, sport

Question 6

hip abduction brace

Answer 6

• post-op
• limit adduction
• can limit flexion, abduction