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Kinetic Potential Orthotics Inc.

Ankle Foot Orthoses (AFOs)

  • Brace that spans from calf to foot
  • Controls motion, improves alignment and stability
  • Prevents foot drop and excessive inversion/eversion
  • Made of lightweight thermoplastics
  • Available as:
    • Rigid AFOs – maximum control, limits ankle movement
    • Hinged AFOs – allows some natural ankle motion
  • Common uses:
    • Muscle weakness or paralysis
    • Spasticity conditions
    • Fall-risk reduction

Supra-Malleolar Orthoses (SFOs)

  • Low-profile brace sitting just above the ankle bones
  • Wraps around arch and sides of the foot
  • Allows full ankle joint movement
  • Provides gentle support for foot alignment
  • Enhances proprioceptive feedback
  • Typically more flexible and less bulky than AFOs
  • Common Uses:
    • Pediatric pronation or supination issues
    • Low-grade joint laxity or sensory deficits in adults
    • Activities requiring natural ankle motion such as running or climbing stairs