Zero G AFO Info for Medical Professionals

The Zero G ankle foot orthosis (AFO) is a prefabricated, offloading brace that relieves plantar surface pressure from the foot. The Zero G AFO incorporates a supple, but strong, adjustable, calf corset with leather lacers and Velcro closures. This design provides a total-contact, hydrostatic lift of the inverted cone shape of the calf, providing up to 100 percent offloading of the foot. The Zero G brace’s patented design, with malleable metal uprights, provides a sturdy, stable substructure that transfers weight from the ground to the calf and not the foot and ankle, providing up to 100 percent non-weight bearing.

• Indications
  The Zero G AFO indicated for the following conditions:
• Charcot foot (neuropathic joint disease)
• Arthritis, including Gout / Gouty arthritis
• Osteochondritis Dissecans
• Spina Bifida
• Foot drop and / or ankle instability
• Heel and / or metatarsal ulceration
• Diabetic foot ulcers
• Fractures of the distal tibia, talus, or calcaneous
• Pre or post surgical intervention of the mid and hind foot
• Crushing injuries of the mid and hind foot
• Any condition in which unweighting of the foot or ankle is needed

• Technical Details

  The Zero G AFO comes in two components, the calf lacer and the AFO base.
• CALF LACER
• Strap with easily adjustable Velcro closure system for ease of donning / doffing the brace.
• Anterior tongue protection to complete the 360-degree lacer.
• One SmartKnit^® seam-free sock for soft interface.
• Infinitely adjustable leather lacer corset on the brace structure with Velcro fasteners.
• AFO BASE
• Half inch (½") donning pad to ensure a repeatable offloading process.
• Double-action ankle joints for assist / resist adjustment.
• One inch (1") memory foam foot pad to cushion any pressure applied to plantar surface of the foot.
• Footplate pad made from ¼" Plastazote.
• Adjustable, padded foot cover encases and protects the foot.
• Universal for left or right fitting.