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AFO Obstacle Clearance

AFO Obstacle Clearance: start and finish positions
Start and finish positions. Photographs by BoneArc.

How to do it

With support available, lift the AFO-supported foot over a low obstacle without catching the toe.

Body region
Ankle and foot
Position
Standing
Equipment
AFO, Low Obstacle, Counter
Recovery phase
Late recovery
Purpose
Balance

Used in home programs for

  • Foot Drop / Common Peroneal Nerve Palsy

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