Lower Limb Orthosis

A lower limb orthosis, also known as a leg brace or orthotic device, is a medical apparatus designed to provide support, stability, and alignment to the lower limbs, including the hip, knee, ankle, and foot. These orthoses are prescribed to individuals with various conditions such as muscle weakness, paralysis, joint deformities, or injuries that affect their ability to walk or maintain proper lower limb alignment. Lower limb orthoses come in different forms, including ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs), knee-ankle-foot orthoses (KAFOs), and hip-knee-ankle-foot orthoses (HKAFOs), among others.