I have gotten several emails from families asking where they can get a replacement “Pringle” or “Instep Pad” (I don’t think there is an official term) for their child’s AFOs/SMOs. The Pringle is a little foam chip that goes under the straps of the AFOs or SMOs to keep the orthotics from pinching or placing too […]
Many families struggle to find shoes to accommodate their children’s AFOs or SMOs, especially when looking for seasonal shoes or shoes for dressier occasions. I am going to help you choose AFO and SMO-friendly shoes for kids that provide roomy toe boxes, wide openings, extra-long adjustable Velcro straps, and a stable base of support. The best […]
AFOs can enhance your child’s mobility by keeping the feet and legs in proper alignment, correcting abnormal walking patterns, and reducing the risk of falls. However, fitting your child’s AFOs in the wrong pair of shoes can make your child’s AFOs virtually worthless. The best shoes for kids with AFOs provide a stable base of support, […]
Has your child graduated from kids’ shoe sizes to adult sizes and you are lost as to what shoes to buy for his AFOs? Maybe your son was recently diagnosed with AFOs and you have no idea what shoes to buy. We have a couple of challenges ahead, as in addition to finding a shoe […]
AFOs play an essential role in providing support, stability, and improved mobility for a range of conditions affecting your child’s feet and legs. There are many shoe brands and styles out there, and you need to make sure that you provide your child with the correct pair of shoes as they can make all the […]
Does your kid wear Ankle-Foot Orthoses (AFOs) to treat a specific condition? Are you unsure of whether you can find a pair of slippers that can accommodate the AFOs while on leisure at home? Certainly, AFOs can often make it challenging to find slippers and shoes in general that accommodate the extra space and provide […]
Children with cerebral palsy usually face loss of balance, reflexes, and coordination, impaired muscle tone, irregular posture, and gait disturbance. The best shoes for kids with cerebral palsy provide a stable base of support and firm heel counters that can help improve your child’s foot posture, walking gait, and coordination. Please keep in mind that […]
Has your child developed blisters from wearing AFOs/SMOs? Did you know that children who wear AFOs are more prone to developing blisters on their feet? AFOs are made of rigid plastic and are the type of orthotic that causes most blisters among children. I have noticed that AFOs provide more effective biomechanics correction because they […]
Has a friend or family member recommended Ikiki shoes for your child’s AFOs? Are you looking for a pair of shoes that are easy to get on and off but provide good support and stability at the same time? Ikiki shoes work great with AFOs as they are deep and open up widely, making it […]
If you have read any of my previous articles about children’s shoes and AFOs, you probably should know by now how a properly fitting shoe is critical to the proper functioning of an Ankle Foot Orthosis (AFO). I have noticed how most parents buy shoes that are way too large to accommodate the AFOs, which […]