DAFO FA

For smaller patients fixed ankle, PF block, DF block

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DAFO FA

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Key Features

Custom-fabricated from cast or scan -- no plaster casts
Defined plantar surface contours
Full wrap-around shell
for flexible control of foot position and alignment
Fully integrated padding
Proximal component blocks plantarflexion and dorsiflexion

Indications

  • Despite overall high tone, lacks consistent plantarflexion strength and collapses into crouched and severely-pronated stance (often rocker-bottomed).
  • Crouched stance can be improved by manually extending the knee.
  • Lower weight and smaller size do not warrant the complexity of the DAFO Turbo two-part brace.

Product video | DAFO FA

This product video looks at the function and features of the custom fabricated DAFO® FA.

Product video | DAFO FA

Case study | 4 yr. old boy - moderate crouching | DAFO FA

This case study video follows a young patient with a diagnosis of Spina Bifida. Jaxon, age 4, exhibits pronation and excess dorsiflexion. He receives a pair of custom fabricated DAFO FA orthoses. When initially fit with his new DAFOs, it's clear that the dorsiflexion angle of the braces, when worn with shoes, is too aggressive. The braces are remade for an improved outcome. This video is narrated by Cindy Diener, CPO.

Case study | 4 yr. old boy - moderate crouching | DAFO FA

Product video | DAFO FA & DAFO Turbo comparison

This product video compares the DAFO FA and the DAFO Turbo, two functionally similar braces styles. Watch the video to learn how they differ and what patients would benefit from each brace style.

Product video | DAFO FA & DAFO Turbo comparison

Education & Resources

Learn more about pediatric bracing.