Reciprocating Gait Orthosis
Reciprocating Gait Orthosis
Application: Lower-body
neurologic impairment: Indicated
in L1 to L3 lesions in children with functioning
iliopsoas and hip adductors
Description: HKAFO incorporating
cable system or similar method of mechanically translating hip extension on one side
into hip flexion on the contralateral side
Function: Provide standing and ambulation ability, thereby raising physical and psychological horizons
Steps are achieved by advancing the leg one of three ways.
1. Use of hip flexor muscles.2. Use of lower abdominal muscles.3. Use of trunk extension