HKAFO Flashcards
1
Q
what is HKAFO
A
addition of pelvic band and hip
not common - diff to don, awkward and restricts gait so swing-to or through
2
Q
discuss hip joint
A
metal hinge that connects KAFO to pelvic band
prevent abd, add and rot; only allows flexion and ext
2 pos lock: stabs hip in ext for standing and walking and 90° flexion for sitting
3
Q
what is THKAFO
A
lumbosacral orthosis attached to KAFO
hassle
4
Q
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