Module 7

Identify the two geometrical features that are most likely to lead to successful Dynamic Tuning of Fixed AFO and in which point they appear in the gait cycle

Learning Outcomes

Explain why tuning of fixed AFO may not always be beneficial in children with crouch gait/excessive knee flexion during stance phase of gait

There should be a smooth walking pattern with no bounce once AFOs are correctly tuned”.  Is this statement true, not true or partly true?

In Dynamic Tuning of fixed AFO, raises should be added until the correct knee angle is achieved at Midstance

Explain the mechanism by which a heel raise reduces the knee extension/hyperextension in Midstance in children with Cerebral Palsy who show this feature.

Describe the processes by which conventional (normal) walking achieves energy conservation?