ANKLE FOOT ORTHOSIS, standard, man, left
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07/11/2024, 16:20:20
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EPHYZFR0038 EPHYZNG0005
Y06120601 - Passive ankle-foot orthoses
European Medical Device Nomenclature (EMDN) is the nomenclature of use by manufacturers when registering their medical devices in the EUDAMED database. EMDN is characterised by its alphanumeric structure that is established in a seven-level hierarchical tree.
In Europe, medical material that fulfills the definition of a medical device according to the MDR (Medical Device Regulation) is classified into 4 classes
ANKLE FOOT ORTHOSIS
Definition
An externally applied orthopaedic appliance used to encompass and support the ankle joint or the ankle. It prevents plantar flexion of the foot and is used for the treatment of drop foot.
Synonym
foot drop brace, foot drop splint, foot-up splint, foot lifter
Specifications
- Prefabricated caliper/holder in polypropylene that fits around the back of the ankle joint and hold it in a 90° position (open orthosis)
- 2 Velcro straps :
- 1 around the shin (calf)
- 1 across the front of the ankle
- Can be comfortably and easily mounted in shoes
- Different adult sizes according:
- male: European 40-42 / American 7.5-9 / Large
- female: European 37-39 / American 5.25-6.75/ Medium
- left / right foot
MSF requirements
For people with paralysis of the muscles that lift the foot (of central or peripheral origin), to facilitate walking. In these cases the ankle/foot orthosis is used inside shoes.
For use in hospitals, health centres or at home or for a period of convalescence after a painful episode or surgery.
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