Samson -Model AK-0706 -Ankle Foot Drop Splint
Ankle foot drop splint is Ideal for prevention and treatment of foot drop, especially in the elderly and for everyone dealing with multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, sciatica, spinal injury, and other conditions that can cause night splint drop foot. Helps to stabilize the ankle brace while walking and restores balance after surgery. Also known as Ankle Foot Orthosis (AFO), it can be worn with most types of footwear. Lightweight, sturdy with a strong leaf-spring action for walking. Available with foam lining in S, M & L sizes for now.
Benefits of foot drop splint
Ankle foot drop foam lining reduces sweating and slippage and makes it comfortable for extended use
Helpful as a foot support for patients with nerve disorders like peripheral nerve paralysis, peroneal/pretibial nerve or muscle damage
Stabilizes the ankle in case of plantarflexion contracture or other injuries. Aligns the foot and ankle for better functional mobility
Suitable during post-surgical care and also for burn patients
Features
- Polypropylene: The splint is constructed of sturdy polypropylene which increases durability. It has strong resilience and flexibility for effective leaf spring action (which provides the push while walking)
- Customisable: The splint can be customised as per the user’s comfort using a hot air gun
- Thin yet sturdy construction: Made of polypropylene, a slim profile allows it to be worn inside the shoe as well
- Anatomical design: The splint is anatomically designed which provides good weight distribution and maintains the foot in the functional position (dorsiflexion)
- Closed-cell PE foam: The top padding is made of durable closed-cell PE foam which is skin-friendly, hypoallergenic, non-toxic, latex-free and odourless
- Air-filled cushion pad: 3D air-filled cushion pad provides necessary comfort and ventilation
- Lightweight: Easy to wear and move around the whole day
How to use foot drop splint
- Make sure you order right-sized product from our size chart
- Sit in a straight position on a chair with your feet resting on the ground
- Put the foot drop splint in an upright position
- Put the foot drop splint in an upright position
- Place the affected foot on the footplate Ensure that the contours of your leg are aligned with the foot drop splint
- Secure the Velcro at the calf by reversing through the buckle
- In the same way secure the velcro at the feet as well
- Tie the ankle strap tightly around the ankle to get the proper grip
- When wearing shoes choose a slightly bigger size for comfortable placement and movement
- Make sure to remove the laces from your shoe before inserting the feet