Step-Smart AFO for Drop Foot

The Step-Smart AFO brace solution for Foot Drop is an innovative and lightweight solution that allows you to comfortably walk again. It's design creates an opportunistic angle for a consistent heel strike while walking, and prevents foot drag.

 

Step-Smart is a simple and cost-effective way to prevent falls. We often hear from our customer that they've "tried everything" to fix their gait, often using home-made mechanisms, expensive equipment, or combinations of both to allow them to naturally walk. The Step-Smart solves these issues simply to give peace of mind for you or your loved ones. 

 

The Step-Smart design is...

 

• More energy efficient than the competitive designs
• More comfortable than the stiff design, since it allows for good plantarflexion at heel strike
• More effective than the flexible designs, it's system pre-load allows for shock absorption; saving your joints and giving you less pain when walking
• More innovative, with Dorsiflexion assist to give joints better clearance while the leg is swinging

Sizing instructions:

Wider Feet: with a heel width of greater than 2.5 inches will need the Large size

Narrow Feet:  with a heel width less than 2.5 inches, then go with the Small size

 

 

 

Step-Smart AFO for Drop Foot Buyer’s Guide

The Step-Smart AFO for Drop Foot is an ankle-foot orthosis designed to provide dynamic support for individuals experiencing foot drop. With a low-profile form and impact-reducing features, this brace is engineered to restore natural gait mechanics during walking.

Step-Smart AFO for Drop Foot Impact Absorption Design

The Step-Smart AFO for Drop Foot integrates bumpers beneath the forefoot area to absorb shock during heel strike and reduce stress on the joints. This design helps minimize discomfort that can arise from jarring impact during each step.

Step-Smart Ankle-Foot Orthosis Anatomically Contoured Fit

Built with an anatomically shaped footplate and calf support, the Step-Smart AFO contours closely to the lower leg and foot. This secure fit helps maintain alignment and ensures consistent function throughout the gait cycle.

Low-Profile Appearance

The ankle-foot brace’s low-profile structure allows it to be worn discreetly under clothing and inside most types of shoes. The slim form factor contributes to greater wearability without adding bulk or altering natural leg movement.

Durable Composite Construction

Made from advanced composite materials, the Step-Smart AFO for Drop Foot provides long-term strength and flexibility. The brace resists fatigue from repetitive use, allowing users to rely on consistent support during daily mobility tasks.

Step-Smart AFO Adjustable Controls

The Step-Smart AFO offers the ability to fine-tune dorsiflexion control using interchangeable bumpers. This lets clinicians or users adapt the brace’s responsiveness to the individual’s walking pattern and degree of drop foot.

Cushioned Calf Strap for Comfort

The Step-Smart AFO included calf strap is padded and adjustable to provide a secure but gentle grip around the upper ankle area. This enhances wearer comfort while maintaining the brace's functional position throughout the day.

Compatibility with Standard Footwear

Designed for versatility, the Step-Smart AFO fits comfortably into most standard lace-up or supportive shoes. Users do not need specialized orthopedic footwear to benefit from the device’s stabilizing effects.

Clinical Use and Application

The Step-Smart AFO for Drop Foot is often used for conditions that impair dorsiflexion, such as peroneal nerve injury, stroke-related foot drop, or multiple sclerosis. Its mechanical structure promotes toe clearance during swing phase and supports controlled heel contact at strike.

Step-Smart AFO for Drop Foot Review

The Step-Smart AFO for Drop Foot is recognized for its performance-enhancing construction and adjustability. Users and clinicians appreciate its durable materials, shock-absorbing features, and ability to provide targeted correction for foot drop without limiting natural mobility.