Re: Carbon bi-lateral AFOs

[Guest guest]

Carl,

My AFOS are heavy too along with my shoes...I can hardly lift my feet. What are

these new AFOs you are talking about?

Geri

[Guest guest]

Carl,

I have had several pairs of kevlar/graphite AFOs and like them a lot.

They are lighter, thinner, and stronger. They are so much better than

the older forms of plastic AFOs. Ask them to cut them out some in the

back too. Mine are and it sure helps with the heat and sweating

issues. I think you will like your new AFOs.

Bob

[Guest guest]

Hello Carl,

I have a new set of carbon laminate AFOs from -Fillipis through

Dr. Shy's clinic in Detroit. They are significantly heavier than the

single piece thermoplastic one that I've been using for several years.

They are also very very stiff an have some pressure point issues still.

They do have adjustable pivots at the ankle. I can forward a picture

for comparison if you want to.

EdM from NH

[Guest guest]

Geri,

These bi-lateral AFOs are made by Otto Bock Health Care. The brochure says it's

the feather-weight Walk-On Ankle Foot Orthosis(AFO). Says it's made of an

advanced carbon composite.

I'm getting mine at Hanger Orthotics (they're ordering them). The website is

ottobockus.com. Check into them...hope they're work for you. I should get them

next Friday. I'll do a review after I tried them for a couple of weeks. Good

luck.

Carl