Stance Control Knee-Ankle-Foot Orthoses
Mary Free Bed Orthotics & Prosthetics uses two orthotic designs that provide knee stability to a weak lower limb without using high amounts of energy. With the UTX and the E-Knee patients can walk with their knee free during swing phase.
The UTX
Uses a cable system between knee and ankle joint
Knee locks at heel strike
Knee remains locked until certain dorsiflexion is achieved
Hip extension needed to trigger knee release
Knee free during swing phase
The E-Knee
Uses electronic sensor in the footplate
Activates magnetic locking knee joint
Foot makes contact with ground and knee remains locked
Weight is removed from knee and joint unlocks
Knee free during swing phase
UTX and E-Knee are not appropriate for all patients. A thorough patient evaluation is required to confirm the strength, range of motion, and coordination required to operate the system. After the fitting process is complete, an intense physical therapy program is needed to ensure that patients receive the full benefit of this technology. These knee joints may not be covered by all insurance.
Contact
For more information, please contact Mary Free Bed Orthotics and ask to speak to our clinical staff. You can also visit the UTX Web site for details.
616.242.0342 - or - 800.474.0324
Fax Prescriptions
616.454.2624