MODIFICATIONS OF THE STANDARD RICHIE BRACE®

Restricted Hinge Pivot:
A more rigid ankle articulation restricts ankle dorsiflexion and plantarflexion to a range under 5 degrees without disrupting a smooth contact and heel rise phase of gait. This model is suited for treatment of severe PTTD, mild dropfoot (also referred to as Foot Drop and Drop Foot conditions as well as degenerative arthritis of the ankle and hindfoot.

Indications

• DJD of Ankle or rearfoot
• Drop Foot - Mild
• Dropfoot with equinus
• Stable Knee