AFO

A shoe that fit an AFO last season may not fit now. The signs to watch for - pressure marks, strained closure, heel slip - and what to do next.

Putting shoes on over a brace doesn't have to be a daily battle. The technique - and the zip-around shoe design - that make AFO dressing quick and independent.

A braced foot needs more length, width, and depth than a bare one. A step-by-step guide to sizing kids' shoes to fit properly over an AFO.

A solid AFO holds the ankle fixed for maximum stability. Here's what it does and how to choose a shoe with the opening and depth to fit one.

Children with spina bifida often wear AFOs and may have reduced foot sensation - so clean, pressure-free shoe fit is critical. Here's what to look for.

Clubfoot is treated with the Ponseti method and a boots-and-bar brace. Here's how footwear fits each stage and what to look for in everyday shoes.

Children with cerebral palsy wear different AFOs depending on their gait and tone. Here's how the braces are matched - and how to choose shoes that fit them.

An SMO is a low-profile brace that controls side-to-side foot motion while letting the ankle bend. Here's who it suits and how to fit shoes over it.

A floor reaction AFO uses ground force to straighten the knee in crouch gait. Here's what it does and how to fit a shoe over this rigid brace.

A posterior leaf spring AFO is a light, flexible brace that lifts the foot to prevent drop. Here's who it's for and how to fit shoes over it.

An articulated (hinged) AFO allows controlled ankle motion. Here's how it works and how to pick a shoe that clears the hinge hardware.