9.5
Dynamic Alignment Adjustment Flow Diagram
Provide
instruction on
doing so.
Gait training may
be required.
Stiffen/adjust
dorsiflexion
resistance.
Confirm alignment of limb as per Static
Alignment Check (Section 9.4), then retry
Dynamic Alignment.
If function is still unsatisfactory, contact
your sales representative.
Note... A hyperextension moment is
required to initiate a swing phase.
Begin with initial adjustments as
factory set: Extension 2, Flexion 4.
No
Does user initiate
flexion with limb
loaded?
Yes
Does foot
Yes
have very soft
dorsiflexion
resistance?
No
13
Ensure stirrup is down.
Observe user walking.
No
Does limb release
from stance?
Yes
No
Is heel rise
satisfactory?
Yes
No
Is extension
satisfactory?
Yes
Finish
Adjust flexion
resistance
(Section 9.1)
Adjust extension
resistance
(Section 9.2)
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