Orthotics Products
752SKT - Bariatric APU
Standard Kodel Teal
This AFO was designed to accommodate your larger patients by offering the same functionality of the standard APU Orthosis but utilising a heavy duty aluminium joint suitable both for the recumbent patient, and for safe ambulation up to 136kg.
This PRAFO version has an Adjustable Posterior Upright design that allows you to precisely set optimal dorsiflexion to 20°, or plantarflexion to 40°. Like all of our posterior upright AFO designs, you will eliminate any pressure to the heel and the medial/lateral aspects of the malleoli. The device is suitable for left and right and adjusts to various foot and lower-limb sizes, up to a calf cicrumfrence of 66cm.
The liner can be cleaned easily, and replaced to refresh the orthosis.
752SKT Features
All PRAFO are made with a metal upright structure ensuring it resists the development of plantarflexion contractures.
Plantar/Dorsiflexion Adjustment
Accommodate any existing contractures by simply and precisely setting optimal dorsiflexion up to 20°, or plantarflexion up to 40°.
Rotation Control
You can immediately control inversion or eversion of the foot of the recumbent patient with a simple turn of the rotation control bar.
Length & Height Adjustable
No need to worry about measuring or finding the correct size orthosis. Each PRAFO has an adjustable footplate and calf section so that it can fitted individually to each patient.
Highly Adjustable.
One of the stand out features of the PRAFO is its adjustability. The robust structure can be adjusted to fit your patient with a few simple steps, so there’s no need to hold multiple sizes in stock
If you need additional adjustments you might want to use our Interactive Tool to help you select the best PRAFO.
Applications
The PRAFO is a versatile orthosis which is advised for use over a wide range of clinical applications. The below examples are not exhaustive, but give you an indication of when you might choose a PRAFO.
Pressure Ulcers
The PRAFO ankle foot range of devices ensure zero pressure and shear at the heel - eliminating the main cause of ulceration and providing the essential mechanical environment for healing.
Diabetes
When we look at the consequences for the NHS we know that the average length of hospital stay for a patient with a diabetic foot ulcer is 13 days longer than someone without. Foot ulceration is easily preventable and treatable with a PRAFO.
Learn More about CPR for Diabetic Foot.
Stroke
Use as a recumbent foot and ankle positioning system to resist development contractures. Restore mobility earlier with safe ambulation on a stable walking base.
Resources
Fitting Guide & Instructions
Learn how to fit, adjust and wear your PRAFO.
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Cleaning Instructions
How to properly care for and clean your PRAFO and liner.
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Instructional Videos
For additional visual guidance on fitting and adjusting your PRAFO.
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Similar products
If you’re looking for an additional feature, please explore the rest of the range or use our Interactive Selection Tool to help.
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End Patient / One off Purchase
Individual orthosis and replacement liners can be purchased easily online through our webstore.
Clinical / Regular Purchase
We are happy to open a credit account for your clinic / trust giving you fast, next working day delivery and clinical support.
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As we saw in a recent article, pressure ulcers remain a serious problem. A plethora of medical and “mechanical” risk factors combine, leading to more than 400,000 pressure ulcers in the UK each year.
We could say that it’s not what you “put on” an at risk foot that provides protection - it’s what you take off - specifically pressure and shear. The PRAFO designs are effective means of doing just that.