PUTTING ON THE ANKLE/FOOT ASSEMBLY
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Fully plantarflex the device (so that the upright is out of the way of the
lower leg).
Caution
: Make sure the upright & calf cuff are behind the shank and not off to the
side.
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Remove the insole/sock liner from the shoes and insert the footplate into
the footwear. (Figure 10)
Figure 10. Footplate correctly inserted into shoe
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Have the participant slide their foot into the shoe while you pull back on
the ankle assembly - this will make it easier to insert the foot without the
footplate sliding forward.
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Tie the shoes (if applicable) so that the foot is secure. If the foot moves in
the shoe after tying, untie and tighten the laces and tie again. Tighten the
shoelaces as much as comfortably possible.
NOTE: The sock liner can be placed over the footplate if there is enough room in
the shoe to accommodate it. It’s better to have the shoe be snug than loose.
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Move the calf cuff forward until it touches the back of the calf. Adjust the
height, if needed. Pull the velcro strap across the front of the shin and
secure it to the other side of the calf cuff. The calf cuff should be snug.
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Confirm that the ankle/foot assembly is comfortable and the participant
can plantarflex and dorsiflex the ankle.
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Repeat with the other foot.
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