Causes
Most often after a stroke, multiple sclerosis, peripheral nerve damage, a disc herniation or polio. The cause directly shapes which orthosis is right.
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Foot drop orthosis (AFO) in Istanbul
Foot drop makes you catch your toes and trip. The right AFO restores confidence in each step and makes walking noticeably easier. The assessment is free.
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WalkOn
Carbon AFO family
Children & adults
Solutions for every age
Free
First assessment
Free assessment for foot drop
Tell us the cause and the current situation, and our orthotist will explain which type of AFO fits.
- Free, no-obligation assessment
- Solutions after stroke, MS, nerve damage and polio
- Support in Arabic, Turkish and English
What is foot drop and why an orthosis?
When the muscles that lift the ankle weaken, the toes catch the ground — which means tripping and falls.
What the orthosis does
An AFO holds the forefoot up through swing phase and controls the descent at heel strike. Tripping drops, walking speed and endurance improve.
Choosing the right type
Spasticity, muscle strength and your activity goal decide the model. An off-the-shelf product does not suit every patient.
AFO options
From carbon AFOs to a microprocessor leg orthosis, there are several levels depending on need.
WalkOn family
A light carbon-fibre AFO family that fits inside a shoe and gives dynamic support.
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Different stiffness and support levels — we work out together which one matches your gait.
View productC-Brace
If knee control is needed as well as ankle support, the microprocessor leg orthosis takes over.
View productHow the process works
For most patients a single visit is enough.
- 01
Assessment
Gait analysis plus an assessment of muscle strength and spasticity.
- 02
Trial
Suitable AFO models are tried in the clinic so you feel the difference directly.
- 03
Fitting
A custom device is made if needed, and shoe compatibility is checked together.
- 04
Review
Usage training and a follow-up appointment to confirm it is working.
Frequently asked questions
Carbon AFOs such as WalkOn are slim enough for most ordinary shoes. We advise on shoe choice during the fitting.
Yes, orthoses are fitted for foot drop in children too. Review appointments are simply scheduled more often because of growth.
It is usually considered early in rehabilitation, once gait training begins. Your treating doctor and physiotherapist set the exact timing.
An AFO supports the ankle. The C-Brace manages both knee and ankle function under microprocessor control and is used where the loss of function is more extensive.
Let us find the right orthosis for your foot drop.
Fill in the form for a free assessment and our team will call you within one working day.