Effect of a Hybrid Ankle Foot Orthosis Made of Polypropylene and Fabric in Chronic Hemiparetic Stroke Patients

Abstract

According to the results of this study, the hybrid AFO showed a similar effect in function, except for ankle dorsiflexion angle at heel strike, and was superior with regard to convenience compared with the conventional plastic AFO in chronic hemiparetic stroke patients. Therefore, it seems that, in general, the hybrid AFO can be recommended for hemiparetic stroke patients who require an AFO.