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DAFO R

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Product Features

The DAFO R is designed for strong control of ankle movement where precise control of foot alignment is not required. The tall posterior component effectively blocks plantarflexion and dorsiflexion.

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Patient Presentation

Learn more about the common gait and foot presentation groups our orthotic solutions help manage. Whether you're a parent, caregiver, or clinician, understanding these presentation groups is the first step in finding the right support for your child. 

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Excess Dorsiflexion

Understanding how too much upward ankle movement during weight-bearing can affect posture, balance, and gait, and how the right support can help guide more efficient movement through the ankle, knee, and hip.

Sizing, Ordering & Fabrication for DAFO R

1

Obtain a cast or 3D scan of the patient's lower leg, ankle, and foot.

2

Complete a custom order form for the patient's foot and ankle.

3

Order the best size and style for the patient's foot and ankle.

4

Submit the cast or scan of the patient's foot and ankle.

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DAFO R

Strong, fixed-ankle control for patients who need reliable stability during standing and gait.

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Real-World Outcomes of DAFO R

In before-and-after assessments, patients wearing DAFO R demonstrated:

Improved stability during positioning

Improved stability during positioning

More upright weight-bearing posture

More upright weight-bearing posture

Reduced collapse into dorsiflexion

Reduced collapse into dorsiflexion

Consistent alignment of the ankle and lower leg

Consistent alignment of the ankle and lower leg

Increased safety during supported mobility

Increased safety during supported mobility

Common Questions about DAFO R

DAFO R is designed for patients who need strong fixed-ankle control because excess dorsiflexion during weight-bearing is contributing to crouched or unstable posture.

No. DAFO R is a rigid orthosis intended to block both plantarflexion and dorsiflexion for patients who need reliable immobilisation and stability.

Yes. It is intended to provide predictable alignment and stability during standing, supported gait, and functional transitions.