Becker MDA

Stephen Frick

Description

Title:

Becker MDA

Creator:

Stephen Frick

Date:

11/11/2016

Text:

I have a 50 y/o male with Becker MDA. The disease has progressed more rapidly over the last 5 years. He is still ambulatory, but has to lock his knees in hyperextension to stay upright. He falls often and wants to consider bracing. He has Atrophied Quads and Dorsi Flexors. Has anyone had any success with Bilateral KAFO's? What type of knee joints? I some sort of stance control joint will help with walking, but if the knees are locked in extension, how does he sit? I know that bilateral C-braces would work great, but financially that is not feasible.

Steve Frick, CPO/L
Center for Orthotic and Prosthetic Care
Louisville, KY
p-502.899.9221
f-502.899.9468


                          

Citation

Stephen Frick, “Becker MDA,” Digital Resource Foundation for Orthotics and Prosthetics, accessed November 2, 2024, https://library.drfop.org/items/show/254384.