Low trimlines vs. standard trimlines in AFO's
Kevin Matthews
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Title:
Low trimlines vs. standard trimlines in AFO's
Creator:
Kevin Matthews
Date:
4/1/2008
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Hello All. While trying to compose an e-mail to a local podiatrist arguing the benefits of more proximal trimlines I came up with this brief description of leverage.
The Ritchie and Arizona type orthoses are great for treating some foot maladies, but to get the best control of talo-calcaneal valgus and varus conditions more proximal trimlines offer the best chance for success. Once you tie in the calf you tie in the knee much more. The knee is inherently resistant to valgus and varus movement. That is why orthotists typically include the calf in their designs. It's all about leverage and distribution of pressure.
Do you agree?
Kevin C. Matthews, CO/LO
Certified/Licensed Orthotist
Advanced Orthopedic Designs
12315 Judson Rd. Suite 206
San Antonio, TX 78233
Phone: 210-657-8100
Fax: 210-657-8105
www.AdvancedOrthopedicDesigns.com
The Ritchie and Arizona type orthoses are great for treating some foot maladies, but to get the best control of talo-calcaneal valgus and varus conditions more proximal trimlines offer the best chance for success. Once you tie in the calf you tie in the knee much more. The knee is inherently resistant to valgus and varus movement. That is why orthotists typically include the calf in their designs. It's all about leverage and distribution of pressure.
Do you agree?
Kevin C. Matthews, CO/LO
Certified/Licensed Orthotist
Advanced Orthopedic Designs
12315 Judson Rd. Suite 206
San Antonio, TX 78233
Phone: 210-657-8100
Fax: 210-657-8105
www.AdvancedOrthopedicDesigns.com
Citation
Kevin Matthews, “Low trimlines vs. standard trimlines in AFO's,” Digital Resource Foundation for Orthotics and Prosthetics, accessed November 1, 2024, https://library.drfop.org/items/show/229205.
