Insightful Products LLC has recently introduced the Step-Smart AFO brace solution for Foot Drop which has received praise and appreciation from those that have tried other solutions.
BioMechanically, the Step-Smart design is more energy efficient than the competitive designs. It's more desirable than the stiff design, since it allows for good plantarflexion at heel strike. It's more desirable than the flexible designs, since it is preloaded. The benefit of a preload on the system is critical to shock absorption. Also, the Dorsi Flexion assist joints allow better clearance at swing phase.
Sizing instructions: If you have wide feet, with a heel width of greater than 2.5 inches, then go with the large, if you have a narrow foot, with a heel width less than 2.5 inches, then go with the small. Blue spenco is a spongy topcover material providing padding over the plastic footplate. Spenco adds comfort but is not necessary.
NEW! Return policy: Once you receive the product, try the product out, and if it doesnt fit, simply return the product and we will replace the product with a different size at no charge. If the product does not work for you and you want a refund, we will refund your purchase at 100% of the original purchase price, if returned within 1 week (with return postage date within 7 days of your receipt date) and if the product is returned in its original condition.