Turbomed Xtern

Turbomed Xtern

The TurboMed XTERN AFO is a revolutionary new treatment option for drop foot.

It’s unique patented design acts as an exoskeleton to the impaired limb and provides the user with unparalleled levels of function without discomfort or rubbing.

The XTERN is a custom build modular ankle foot orthosis (AFO) made from highly durable thermoplastic (limited warranty of 2 years).

It attaches to the outside of footwear and is quickly and easily interchangeable from shoe to shoe.

Unlike many other AFO’s, the XTERN does not prevent ankle plantarflexion or limit dorsiflexion, making it easier and much more comfortable.

FEATURES & BENEFITS:

Exoskeleton Design Fits onto the Outside of the Shoe
No Skin Contact with Foot or Ankle
Energy Return due to patented design
Easily Conforms to Uneven Ground and Slopes
Highly Durable Thermoplastic (2 year warranty)
Heat Adjustable (to change width and dorsiflexion strength)
Easily Transferable from Shoe to Shoe
Symmetrical Design, Fits both Right & Left Foot
Easily Positioned to Invert or Evert the Foot if Required

CAN BE USED WITH:

Trainers/Running Shoes
Lace and Velcro-Fastening Shoes/Boots
Walking Shoes/Boots
Safety Work Boots/shoes
Dress Shoes
Sandals

CLINICAL INDICATIONS:

Drop Foot & Dorsiflexion Weakness
Peroneal Nerve Injury
Charcot Marie Tooth (CMT)
Stroke (CVA)
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Cerebral Palsy (CP)
Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS)
Motor Neuropathy
Motor Neurone Disease (MND)

CLINICAL LIMITATION

Inappropriate Footwear
Gross Fixed Deformities of the Foot and Ankle
Severe Spasticity (Hypertonicity)
Quadriceps weakness
Severe Proximal weakness
Crouch gait

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Description

The Turbomed XTERN AFO is Game Changer solution for peoples afflicted by foot drop.

It will allow running, walking, hiking in mountain as long and as far as you want without any discomforts. This ankle foot orthosis (AFO), was tested in many conditions, during many marathons, triathlons, endurance activities and adventures in the wild Canadian backcountry. Unlike conventional foot drop brace, it can be fit on high hiking footwear, winter or safety boots.

This device controls foot drop and allow easy plantarflexion in order to keep maximal ankle range of motion and calf muscle strength.

It is affix totally outside the shoe to maximize comfort and prevent skin breakdown, rubbing injuries to the foot.

It can be changed from shoe to another in a few seconds.