RECIPROCATING GAIT ORTHOSES( RGO 25 - 50)

A reciprocating gait orthosis (RGO) is also a HKAFO however it allows one leg to be placed ahead of another - more like normal walking. This is achieved by linking the two KAFOs together by a band, two cables or a push-pull rod which transfers movement energy from one leg to the other (see diagram). Therefore as one leg is flexed or brought forward, it causes a reciprocal extension of the other leg. This allows a much smoother gait and greatly reduces the amount of effort that is needed to walk. Suitable for patients weighing 25 – 50 kgs.

• RGO 25 - 50

INDICATIONS:

• SPINA BIFIDA

• SPINAL CORD LESION (T 7 – L3)

• PARAPLEGIA

• COMPLETE PARALYSIS

• MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY

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