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Lower Limb Orthosis: KAFO Types and Indications

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What is the primary purpose of a Knee-Ankle-Foot Orthosis (KAFO)?

To resist hyperextension at the knee without preventing flexion

To maintain knee stability and control flexible genu valgum or varum (correct)

To prevent genu recarvatum and provide mediolateral knee stability

To provide cushioned heel and T-shaped footplate for mediolateral stability

Which type of KAFO design is indicated for a closer fit and maximum control of the foot?

Single upright metal KAFO

Supracondylar plastic KAFO (correct)

Scott Craig metal KAFO

Double upright metal KAFO

For which condition is the Scott-Craig orthosis primarily used?

Genu recarvatum

Spinal cord injury leading to paraplegia (correct)

Quadriceps paralysis

Mediolateral knee instability

What is the function of a supracondylar plastic orthosis?

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What can be placed in front of the knee in the orthosis to prevent flexion of the knee?

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Lower Limb Orthosis: KAFO Types and Indications

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Questions and Answers

What is the primary purpose of a Knee-Ankle-Foot Orthosis (KAFO)?

Which type of KAFO design is indicated for a closer fit and maximum control of the foot?

For which condition is the Scott-Craig orthosis primarily used?

What is the function of a supracondylar plastic orthosis?

What can be placed in front of the knee in the orthosis to prevent flexion of the knee?

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