1. 1. Mark just posterior to the distal tip of the medial malleloli and at the apex of lateral malleoli. Fix the molding dummy provided with the packet at the located points. Make sure that the joints are at the same level on both sides
2. Secure the molding dummy to the mould with nails provided (Fig.2).
3. Pull a thin Stockinette over the mould tightly. A small rectangular piece of thermoplastic may be added to the Achilles tendon area for a larger plantar flexion stop if desired. This piece is moulded at
5. For free motion - Draw a “V” section posterior and anterior to the midline of each cavity(Fig.4). Ensure that the "V" does not extend past the center of the cavity (Fig.5). Cut the AFO from anterior to posterior using a thin-bladed saw according to marking.
4. After cooling, remove the plastic shell from the mould. Remove the molding dummies and the Stockinette from inside the plastic shell. Punch holes at the dimple locations left by the dummy holes.
the same time as the main layer (Fig.3)..
