OrthoActive FootFlexor Ankle Foot Orthosis - 5177

Dorsiflexion Support for Foot Drop with Adjustable Tension Cord | OrthoActive
Model: 5177 | Available in XS/S & M/L

🔷 Product Overview

The OrthoActive FootFlexor® Ankle Foot Orthosis (AFO) – 5177 is designed to provide dorsiflexion support and assistance for individuals with foot drop or similar mobility needs. The system helps lift the toe during the swing phase of the gait cycle while allowing the foot to move more naturally during walking.

Designed for use with most lace-up shoes and boots, the FootFlexor uses an ankle wrap, eyelet clips and tension cord to provide lifting assistance. The tension cord connects the ankle support to the footwear, helping lift the toe immediately after the initial swing of the gait cycle.

Its comfortable, low-profile design can help support a more confident walking pattern and may help reduce the risk of trips and falls associated with foot drop.

🔷 Available Options

Measure the ankle circumference and select the corresponding size for an appropriate fit.

🔷 Key Features & Benefits

• Designed specifically for foot drop support
• Provides dorsiflexion assistance during walking
• Helps lift the toe during the swing phase of gait
• Allows the foot to perform more naturally while walking
• May help improve gait and walking confidence
• May help reduce trips and falls associated with foot drop
• Designed to work with most lace-up shoes and boots
• Adjustable tension cord provides lifting assistance
• Hook-and-loop closure system
• Comfortable, low-profile design
• Two sizes available
• Includes the components required to connect the support to compatible lace-up footwear

🔷 How the FootFlexor Works

Foot drop can make it difficult to lift the front of the foot sufficiently during walking. The FootFlexor provides dorsiflexion assistance, helping lift the toe during the swing phase of the gait cycle.

A tension cord connects the ankle wrap to eyelet clips positioned on compatible lace-up footwear. As the user walks, the system provides upward assistance to the front of the foot while allowing the foot to perform more naturally throughout the gait cycle.

🔷 Designed to Support Walking

The FootFlexor is intended to assist individuals who require additional support lifting the front of the foot during gait.

By providing toe-lifting assistance, it can help support:

• Improved foot clearance during walking
• A more natural walking pattern
• Greater confidence while walking
• Reduced likelihood of catching the toe during the swing phase

Individual results depend on the cause and severity of foot drop and the user's overall mobility.

🔷 Works with Lace-Up Footwear

The FootFlexor is designed to work with most lace-up shoes and boots.

The included eyelet clips provide attachment points for the tension cord, allowing the system to provide dorsiflexion assistance without requiring a rigid brace inside the shoe.

Footwear should fit securely and be appropriate for the user's mobility needs.

🔷 Product Specifications

🔷 Ideal For

• Individuals with foot drop
• Users requiring dorsiflexion assistance
• Supporting toe clearance during walking
• Individuals who have difficulty lifting the front of the foot during gait
• Users seeking a less rigid foot-drop support option
• Use with compatible lace-up shoes or boots

🔷 What's Included

• 1 × FootFlexor Ankle Wrap
• Eyelet Clips
• 1 × Tension Cord

🔷 Important Information

Proper sizing, positioning and tension adjustment are important for safe and effective use. The support should be secure without causing excessive pressure, numbness, tingling, discolouration or circulation changes.

Foot drop can have a variety of underlying causes. The FootFlexor provides mechanical dorsiflexion assistance but does not treat the underlying cause of foot drop. A healthcare professional can help determine whether this type of orthosis is appropriate and provide guidance on gait, fitting and rehabilitation when needed.

Use appropriate caution when walking, particularly on stairs, uneven surfaces and other areas where there is an increased risk of tripping or falling.

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🔷 Frequently Asked Questions

What is the OrthoActive FootFlexor designed for?
The FootFlexor is designed to provide dorsiflexion assistance for foot drop, helping lift the toe during the swing phase of walking.

Can I wear the FootFlexor with regular shoes?
It is designed to work with most lace-up shoes and boots, using the included eyelet clips and tension cord.

Which size should I choose?
Choose XS/S for an 8"–12" ankle circumference or M/L for a 12"–15" ankle circumference.