S2 L9: Hip Knee Ankle Foot Orthosis (HKAFO) & Trunk Hip Knee Ankle Foot Orthosis (THKAFO) Flashcards
1
Q
Why are HKAFOs not often used?
A
Because they are much more awkward to don than KAFOs and if the hip joints are locked, they restrict gait to the swing-to or swing-through pattern
2
Q
What type of ambulation is the HKAFO recommended?
A
Exercise ambulation only. Not community ambulation or outside premises of rehab
3
Q
It is a metal hinge that connects the lateral upright of the KAFO to a pelvic band that prevents abduction and adduction, as well as hip rotation
A
Hip Joint Axis
4
Q
What can a two-point lock do?
A
Stabilizes the patient in hip extension for standing and walking, and 90° of hip flexion for sitting
