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DAFO 9 Softy
Product Features
The DAFO 9 Softy is designed for limited daytime use and/or as part of a night-stretching program. The stretching straps of the articulated proximal section allow positional adjustment in order to help gain or maintain ankle range. The DAFO 9 Softy provides excellent hindfoot and forefoot control, promoting proper foot positioning. The soft foam liner is ideal for patients with challenging foot anatomy, difficult-tocorrect feet, or those prone to pressure points and irritation.
Sizing, Ordering & Fabrication for DAFO 9 Softy
Obtain a cast or 3D scan of the patient's foot and ankle.
Complete the DAFO 9 Softy order form.
Specify stretching goals and any relevant positional requirements.
Submit the cast or scan and clinical notes for fabrication.
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DAFO 9 Softy
Adjustable stretching support for improving passive dorsiflexion range.
Real-World Outcomes of DAFO 9 Softy
In before-and-after assessments, patients wearing DAFO 9 Softy demonstrated:
Improved dorsiflexion flexibility
Controlled passive stretch with adjustable tension
Comfortable wear for extended periods
Reduced plantarflexion tightness
Easier caregiver application with magnetic fastener
Common Questions about DAFO 9 Softy
DAFO 9 Softy is designed for patients who need passive dorsiflexion stretching because strong plantarflexion patterns are limiting ankle range.
No. DAFO 9 Softy is intended for rest periods, nighttime wear, or low-activity use rather than active gait support.
It provides adjustable positioning and sustained stretching support that helps gradually improve passive dorsiflexion range over time.
The toe and forefoot straps can be adjusted from the forefoot to the calf to provide controlled stretch based on the patient’s needs.
Yes. It includes a magnetic fastener to help simplify donning and doffing.
Each DAFO 9 Softy is custom fabricated from a cast or 3D scan so it can match the patient’s foot shape, ankle alignment, and stretching requirements.