Documents

Five Facets of a Fine Fit

Posted on October 20, 2014

A Dafo Dynamics article about five things to look at when fitting a brace.

The DAFO Toolbox

Posted on October 20, 2014

A Dafo Dynamics article about common tools used to make minor adjustments to fit.

Assessing fit and making adjustments to extend wear time over the summer

Posted on October 20, 2014

A Dafo Dynamics article about adjustments that can be made to braces to extend wear and comfort.

Basic DAFO Adjustments

Posted on August 08, 2014

Some simple adjustments that may help fine tune a DAFO and save the time and expense of a return.

Applying the DAFO Toe Rise Pad

Posted on August 08, 2014

Instructions for how to apply a toe rise pad to your custom DAFO.

Applying the JumpStart Toe Rise Pad

Posted on August 08, 2014

Instructions for how to apply the toe rise pad to your JumpStart device.

Brace Donning

Posted on August 08, 2014

Step-by-step instructions for donning the patient's brace, habituation and care.

Adjusting JumpStart Height

Posted on August 08, 2014

Step by step instruction how to adjust the height on JumpStart braces

Brace Planning Worksheet

Posted on August 08, 2014

Our Brace Planning Worksheets are an invaluable tool in clinical planning and brace selection. Use these worksheets in your practice to help you get organized and act as a handy template for your clinical/SOAP notes.

Casting for DAFOs

Posted on August 08, 2014

Guidelines on casting for DAFOs

Buffer Strips: Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

Order form for buffer strips. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand. Buffer strips order forms can be mailed, faxed, or emailed.

Chipmunk: Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

Order form for the Fast Fit Chipmunk shoe insert. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand. Fast Fit order forms can be mailed, faxed, or emailed.

Chipmunk: Bulk Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

An optional resource for quickly and efficiently ordering a bulk supply of the Chipmunk shoe insert. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand.

Chipmunk: Product Sheet

Posted on August 08, 2014

Detailed product information and patient indications for the Chipmunk.

Creating a Casting Pillow

Posted on August 08, 2014

Instructions for how to create your own casting pillow.

Credit Application

Posted on September 18, 2014

Cricket: Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

Order form for the Cricket. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand. Fast Fit order forms can be mailed, faxed, or emailed.

Cricket: Product Sheet

Posted on August 08, 2014

Detailed product information and patient indications for the Cricket.

DAFO 2: Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

Order form for the DAFO 2. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand. Must be sent in with the patient's cast or uploaded with your digital scan through the e-order system at https://orders.cascadedafo.com

DAFO 2: Product Sheet

Posted on August 08, 2014

Detailed product information and patient indications for the DAFO 2.

DAFO 2 Softy: Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

Order form for the DAFO 2 Softy. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand. Must be sent in with the patient's cast or uploaded with your digital scan through the e-order system at https://orders.cascadedafo.com

DAFO 2 Softy: Product Sheet

Posted on August 08, 2014

Detailed product information and patient indications for the DAFO 2 Softy.

DAFO 3: Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

Order form for the DAFO 3. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand. Must be sent in with the patient's cast or uploaded with your digital scan through the e-order system at https://orders.cascadedafo.com

DAFO 3: Product Sheet

Posted on August 08, 2014

Detailed product information and patient indications for the DAFO 3.

DAFO 3 Softy: Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

Order form for the DAFO 3 Softy. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand. Must be sent in with the patient's cast or uploaded with your digital scan through the e-order system at https://orders.cascadedafo.com

DAFO 3 Softy: Product Sheet

Posted on August 08, 2014

Detailed product information and patient indications for the DAFO 3 Softy.

DAFO 3.5: Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

Order form for the DAFO 3.5. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand. Must be sent in with the patient's cast or uploaded with your digital scan through the e-order system at https://orders.cascadedafo.com

DAFO 3.5: Product Sheet

Posted on August 08, 2014

Detailed product information and patient indications for the DAFO 3.5.

DAFO 3.5 Softy: Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

Order form for the DAFO 3.5 Softy. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand. Must be sent in with the patient's cast or uploaded with your digital scan through the e-order system at https://orders.cascadedafo.com

DAFO 3.5 Softy: Product Sheet

Posted on August 08, 2014

Detailed product information and patient indications for the DAFO 3.5 Softy.

DAFO 4: Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

Order form for the DAFO 4. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand. Must be sent in with the patient's cast or uploaded with your digital scan through the e-order system at https://orders.cascadedafo.com

DAFO 4: Product Sheet

Posted on August 08, 2014

Detailed product information and patient indications for the DAFO 4.

DAFO 4 Softy: Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

Order form for the DAFO 4 Softy. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand. Must be sent in with the patient's cast or uploaded with your digital scan through the e-order system at https://orders.cascadedafo.com.

DAFO 4 Softy: Product Sheet

Posted on August 08, 2014

Detailed product information and patient indications for the DAFO 4 Softy.

DAFO 5: Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

Order form for the DAFO 5. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand. Must be sent in with the patient's cast or uploaded with your digital scan through the e-order system at https://orders.cascadedafo.com

DAFO 5: Product Sheet

Posted on August 08, 2014

Detailed product information and patient indications for the DAFO 5.

DAFO 5 Softy: Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

Order form for the DAFO 5 Softy. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand. Must be sent in with the patient's cast or uploaded with your digital scan through the e-order system at https://orders.cascadedafo.com

DAFO 5 Softy: Product Sheet

Posted on August 08, 2014

Detailed product information and patient indications for the DAFO 5 Softy.

DAFO 8 Softy: Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

Order form for the DAFO 8 Softy. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand. Must be sent in with the patient's cast or uploaded with your digital scan through the e-order system at https://orders.cascadedafo.com

DAFO 8 Softy: Product Sheet

Posted on August 08, 2014

Detailed product information and patient indications for the DAFO 8 Softy.

DAFO 9 Softy: Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

Order form for the DAFO 9 Softy. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand. Must be sent in with the patient's cast or uploaded with your digital scan through the e-order system at https://orders.cascadedafo.com

DAFO FA: Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

Order form for the DAFO FA. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand. Must be sent in with the patient's cast or uploaded with your digital scan through the e-order system at https://orders.cascadedafo.com

DAFO FA: Product Sheet

Posted on August 08, 2014

Detailed product information and patient indications for the DAFO FA.

DAFO FA Softy: Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

Order form for the DAFO FA Softy. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand. Must be sent in with the patient's cast or uploaded with your digital scan through the e-order system at https://orders.cascadedafo.com

DAFO FA Softy: Product Sheet

Posted on August 08, 2014

Detailed product information and patient indications for the DAFO FA Softy.

DAFO FlexiSport: Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

Order form for the DAFO FlexiSport. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand. Must be sent in with the patient's cast or uploaded with your digital scan through the e-order system at https://orders.cascadedafo.com

DAFO FlexiSport: Product Sheet

Posted on August 08, 2014

Detailed product information and patient indications for the DAFO FlexiSport.

DAFO Floor Reaction: Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

Order form for the DAFO Floor Reaction. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand. Must be sent in with the patient's cast or uploaded with your digital scan through the e-order system at https://orders.cascadedafo.com

DAFO Floor Reaction: Product Sheet

Posted on August 08, 2014

Detailed product information and patient indications for the DAFO Floor Reaction.

DAFO Guide to Brace Selection

Posted on August 08, 2014

We have created The DAFO Guide to Brace Selection as a tool to match patient needs to available brace styles. (Please note: For better viewing results, please print on tabloid-sized paper)

DAFO Optimization Index

Posted on August 08, 2014

A catalog of optimizations, grouped by patient presentation, that may improve brace fit and function for your patient.

DAFO R: Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

Order form for the DAFO R. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand. Must be sent in with the patient's cast or uploaded with your digital scan through the e-order system at https://orders.cascadedafo.com

DAFO Tami2: Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

Order form for the DAFO Tami2. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand. Must be sent in with the patient's cast or uploaded with your digital scan through the e-order system at https://orders.cascadedafo.com

DAFO Tami2 (free ankle): Product Sheet

Posted on August 08, 2014

Detailed product information and patient indications for the DAFO Tami2 with a free ankle trimline.

DAFO Tami2 (PF block): Product Sheet

Posted on August 08, 2014

Detailed product information and patient indications for the DAFO Tami2 with a PF block.

DAFO Turbo: Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

Order form for the DAFO Turbo. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand. Must be sent in with the patient's cast or uploaded with your digital scan through the e-order system at https://orders.cascadedafo.com

DAFO Turbo: Product Sheet

Posted on August 08, 2014

Detailed product information and patient indications for the DAFO Turbo.

DAFO Turbo Softy: Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

Order form for the DAFO Turbo Softy. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand. Must be sent in with the patient's cast or uploaded with your digital scan through the e-order system at https://orders.cascadedafo.com

DAFO Turbo Softy: Product Sheet

Posted on August 08, 2014

Detailed product information and patient indications for the DAFO Turbo Softy.

Digital Scanning Guidelines

Posted on August 08, 2014

Guidelines for sending us your digital files and scans, including recommended file types, and directions for uploading.

Donning the DAFO 9 Softy

Posted on August 08, 2014

Instructions and tips for how to don the DAFO 9 Softy, our night-stretching brace.

Donning Twister Straps

Posted on August 08, 2014

Instruction and tips for how to don the twister straps, de-rotation straps

E1 Banana Peel: Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

Order form for the E1 Banana Peel. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand. Must be sent in with the patient's cast or uploaded with your digital scan through the e-order system at https://orders.cascadedafo.com

E1 Banana Peel: Product Sheet

Posted on August 08, 2014

Detailed product information and patient indications for the E1 Banana Peel.

Fast Fit Guide to Brace Selection

Posted on August 08, 2014

A tool for determining Fast Fit brace selection based on patient presentation. General information about the product line is also included.

Fast Fit Printable Sizing Jig

Posted on August 08, 2014

Here's a quick and easy alternative to ordering our sizing jigs--printable sizing jigs for our Fast Fit products. You can print them and use them right away. There are two pages for each foot: purple for the left and green for the right. Once you've printed them, simply follow the instructions. -- **PRINTING INSTRUCTIONS** -- To ensure accurate scaling and proper sizing, use the following printer settings: 1) With the Printable Sizing Jig pdf open in Adobe Reader, go to the File menu; 2) Click the Print sub-menu item; 3) Make sure scale is set at 100%; 4) Print; 5) After printing, verify that the scale on page 1 is accurate with a standard ruler. If you have any problems using the printable foot sizing jigs, please call Customer Service at 800.848.7332.

Filming and Submitting Video Consultations

Posted on August 08, 2014

If you are in need of a video consultation for a patient, please contact Customer Support for more information: customersupport@dafo.com | 800.848.7332.

Instructor Evaluation Tool

Posted on August 08, 2014

Introduction to DAFO Braces

Posted on August 08, 2014

An overview of Cascade Dafo and the wide range of braces we manufacture.

JIA: Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

Order form for the JIA. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand. Fast Fit order forms can be mailed, faxed, or emailed.

JIA: Product Sheet

Posted on August 08, 2014

Detailed product information and patient indications for the JIA.

JumpStart Bunny: Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

Order form for the JumpStart Bunny. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand. Fast Fit order forms can be mailed, faxed, or emailed.

JumpStart Bunny: Product Sheet

Posted on August 08, 2014

Detailed product information and patient indications for the JumpStart Bunny.

JumpStart Leap Frog: Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

Order form for the JumpStart Leap Frog. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand. Fast Fit order forms can be mailed, faxed, or emailed.

JumpStart Leap Frog: Product Sheet

Posted on August 08, 2014

Detailed product information and patient indications for the JumpStart Leap Frog.

JumpStart Kangaroo: Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

Order form for the JumpStart Kangaroo. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand. Fast Fit order forms can be mailed, faxed, or emailed.

JumpStart Kangaroo: Product Sheet

Posted on August 08, 2014

Detailed product information and patient indications for the JumpStart Kangaroo.

JumpStart Kangaroo Super Heel Seating Strap Instructions

Posted on August 08, 2014

The Super Heel Seating strap is an instep strap that helps ensure proper placement of the heel within the JumpStart Kangaroo. This strap also holds an instep pad to cushion the foot from the strap. Follow these instructions to properly don a Kangaroo with the Super Heel Seating strap.

JumpStart (Cricket, Leap Frog, Bunny, & Kangaroo): Bulk Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

An optional resource for quickly and efficiently ordering a bulk supply of the JumpStart Cricket, Leap Frog, Bunny, and/or Kangaroo. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand.

K1 Banana Peel: Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

Order form for the K1 Banana Peel. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand. Must be sent in with the patient's cast or uploaded with your digital scan through the e-order system at https://orders.cascadedafo.com

K1 Banana Peel: Product Sheet

Posted on August 08, 2014

Detailed product information and patient indications for the K1 Banana Peel.

Media Release

Posted on August 08, 2014

Optimizing DAFOs for Pronation and Supination

Posted on August 08, 2014

An in-depth guide to optimizing DAFOs for correctable pronation or supination.

PattiBob: Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

Order form for the Fast Fit PattiBob shoe insert. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand. Fast Fit order forms can be mailed, faxed, or emailed.

PattiBob: Product Sheet

Posted on August 08, 2014

Detailed product information and patient indications for the PattiBob shoe insert.

PattiBob: Bulk Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

An optional resource for quickly and efficiently ordering a bulk supply of the PattiBob shoe insert. May be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand.

Pronation Control Pad

Posted on August 08, 2014

Illustrations to help you in positioning the pronation control pad.

Reduction of Pediatric Idiopathic Toe Walking

Posted on August 08, 2014

Orthotist Sunny Solveson's treatment plan for Idiopathic Toe Walking using Cascade Dafo shoe inserts.

Strap Explanation

Posted on August 08, 2014

Explanation of strapping options for custom DAFOs and Fast Fit products.

Troubleshooting Guide

Posted on August 08, 2014

Guidelines for how to troubleshoot and correct common DAFO fit problems.

Twister Straps: Order Form

Posted on August 08, 2014

Order form for the Twister Straps may be completed electronically or printed and filled out by hand. This order form can be mailed, faxed, or emailed.

Twister Strap: Product Sheet

Posted on August 08, 2014

Detailed product information and patient indications for the DAFO Twister Strap.

Current Research

Posted on October 09, 2014

Guidelines to correct In-toeing / Out-toeing

Posted on November 06, 2014

Optimization guidelines for in-toeing/out-toeing when there is laxity at the joints due to low tone

News article: Ankle-Foot Bracing for Young Athletes

Posted on November 06, 2014

Published in the April 2008 edition of O&P Edge.

News Article: How to Answer the Bracing Question

Posted on November 06, 2014

Published in the July 2008 edition of PT Products.

News Article: Will My Child Benefit from Using Braces?

Posted on November 06, 2014

Published in the May 2008 edition of Exceptional Parent.

News Article: Growing Needs

Posted on November 06, 2014

Published in the November 2008 edition of Advance for Directors in Rehabilitation.

News Article: Step by Step

Posted on November 06, 2014

Published in the August 2009 edition of Advance for Directors in Rehabilitation.

News Article: Looking for a Good Fit

Posted on November 06, 2014

Published in the February/March 2009 edition of Physical Therapy Products.