KAFO/HKAFO

Question 1

What is a Craig Scott KAFO used for?

Answer 1

typically with SCI pts

Question 2

What does a Craig Scott KAFO do?

Answer 2

• stands with hyperextended hips
• exaggerated lordosis
• backward trunk lean
• “hangs” on Y ligaments

to maintain upright position

Question 3

Craig Scott KAFO: knees

Answer 3

• locked out

- typically bail or drop lock

Question 4

Craig Scott KAFO: SCI and ambulation

Answer 4

• can become ambulatory with crutches and swing through gait

- usually has a spreader bar to maintain wide BOS

Question 5

When would you opt for an HKAFO?

Answer 5

• KAFO isn’t working out

- very rarely used

Question 6

cons of a HKAFO

Answer 6

• cumbersome
• expensive
• very specific population

Question 7

When do you see HKAFOs the most?

Answer 7

• peds
• help with functional positions for developmental or neuro issues
• puts child in standing to be able to do things in position

Question 8

standing frame orthosis

Answer 8

• puts kid in functional position so they can interact with environment appropriately
• upright: good things come from having pt weight bear