The New AFO

Ok. so these pictures may not show you the differences that are so obvious when looking at him in person.

One difference that most people will probably not notice is the that there is less padding but will be much easier on his skin. No more sores and blisters from wearing the brace. Why? Because there is a silicone boot on the inside that softens the edges and the harshness of the brace itself.

Another difference is the lift in the shoe. Notice that the sole of the right shoe is much thicker than the sole of the left shoe. This is because there is a length difference in his legs. In the past, walking gave him the sensation of stepping down into a hole with each step. When he put these

new shoes on today, we had to laugh because it took some getting used to for him. He loved it!

His hips are much more even and he is feeling taller. The orthotist kept mentioning that this will be alot easier on his knees as well. It will take some getting used to, but we are all grateful to having him straighter and stronger.