Overview Guide ii - Becker Orthopedic

Stance control
Overview Guide ii

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Taking the Step into Stance Control
Gary G. Bedard, B.Sc., co, FaaoP
In his paper on the Biomechanics of Ankle-Foot Orthoses: Prescription and Design, Justin
Lehmann, MD, outlined three basic considerations for prescribing an AFO. His first consideration
suggested, “One must recognize that these orthoses are worn by many patients who can walk
without them, but who cannot walk safely.” Those are good words not only for the application
of an ankle foot orthosis, but are logical words to follow when finding your first candidate patient
for stance control knee ankle foot orthoses (SCKAFO).
Stance control as a viable clinical tool has been around for approximately four years. The
majority of practitioners have fitted less than ten patients with this technology and many have
not found their first patient. The ideal first patient is one that presents with an isolated quadriceps
muscle deficit. These patients, as in the opinion of Lehmann, can usually walk, but will often
have episodes of falling or high instability. It is not uncommon to find that these patients have
censored their ambulatory time to reduce their risk of falling. The referring physician and the
patient are both looking for an Orthotist who can suggest an orthosis that will stabilize their
affected limb in stance phase and offer safe ambulation.
The patient who presents with a femoral mononeuropathy (FMN) is a good first candidate for a
SCKAFO. The gait normalizing affect of the orthosis will offer them a secure stance phase and will
avoid the circumduction and hip hiking pathomechanics that are common to a static drop lock
KAFO. Once you have successfully managed a FMN case, then you will begin to develop the
ability to find more challenging patients who have multiple pathologic factors but still can be
candidates for successful SCKAFO intervention.
In the majority of these cases, the patients are relatively young, in their middle years, present
with full cognition, and have no secondary restrictions in the affected limb such as an arthroblock
or ligament restriction on the ROM of the knee or ankle, and usually have 5/5 muscle
strength for all the other components of the limb.
Full cognition is also an important factor as a SCKAFO is more complicated than a simple drop
lock or bail lock orthotic knee joint. The patient will need training in the operating mechanism of
the SCKAFO. The patient needs to understand maintenance procedures and the understanding
of the operating mechanism will help in the gait training required to modify their gait to actuate
the orthosis during ambulation.
referenCeS:
Biomechanics of ankle-Foot orthoses: Prescription and Design, lehmann, J.; arch Phys Med rehab, Vol 60, May 1975
Update on nerve palsy associated with total hip replacement. Schmalzried tP, noordin S, amstutz Hc. clin orthop 1997
nov;(344):188-206

TABLe Of COnTenTS
Stance Control Matrix 4
Patient Assessment form 5
Model 9000 6
GX-Knee
Model 9001 8
e-Knee
Model r9001 10
rehab e-Knee
Model Lr 9002 12
load response
Model 9004 14
UtX ®
Model 9005 16
SafetyStride
Model 9006 18
FullStride
Stance Control Orthometry form 20
Stance Control Options 21
uTX ® Orthosis Selection Protocol form 22
uTX ® Orthosis Measurement form 23
Phone: (800) 521-2192 (248) 588-7480
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Becker Stance Control Knee Joint Matrix
the following matrix can be used as a quick reference guide to help determine your patient’s
compatibility with our Stance control Systems. We also recommend you take the time to review our
Patient assessment Form on the following page to accurately assess your patient before purchasing any
of these products. If you would like to speak with one of our Stance control experts, please complete
and fax the Patient assessment Form to either Becker orthopedic or Becker oregon prior to scheduling
your private consultation. It will serve as a common point of reference for us to understand your patient
and help assist you in selecting the best product to suit their needs. nOTe: A reference chart for Manual
Muscle Testing can be found on page 5.
univerSAL COnTrAindiCATiOnS fOr ALL Our STAnCe COnTrOL SySTeMS inCLude:
• Significant impairment in the patient’s cognition and/or motivation.
• Significant knee spasticity.
• Knee flexion contractures greater than 10°.
• If follow-up, or compliance on the part of the patient is uncertain.
LOCKinG AnGLe
And MeCHAniSM
HiP eXTenSOr
STrenGTH
(MiniMuM reQuired)
HiP fLeXOr
STrenGTH
(MiniMuM reQuired)
AnKLe r.O.M.
(MiniMuM reQuired)
Knee eXTenSiOn
r.O.M. reQuired
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Load response GX-Knee uTX ® e-Knee fuLLSTride SAfeTySTride
Allows 18° of
resisted knee
flexion at heel
strike. Positive
stop at 18°.
Provides knee
extension assist in
swing phase. no
positive stop in
stance phase.
requires full knee
R.O.M. to 180°
for locking
mechanism to
engage.
Provides positive
lock in
increments of
8° at any flexion
angle.
requires full
extension of the
orthotic knee
joint mechanism
to engage.
Mechanical
locking
mechanism will
resist knee flexion
at any angle.
no requirement Grade 4 Grade 3 *no requirement *no requirement *no requirement
no requirement Grade 4 Grade 3 no requirement *no requirement *no requirement
no requirement no requirement
not
recommended
with a knee
flexion
contracture.
Metal uprights
can be contoured
to accommodate
contractures of
10° or less.
weiGHT LiMiT 105 - 220 lbs. 220 lbs.
Genu
vAruS/vALGuS
Bi-LATerAL uSe
Yes –
For correctible
valgus only if
less than 15°.
Yes - caution
advised
Yes
Yes - caution
advised
5° of passive
dorsiflexion in any
range.
Metal uprights
can be contoured
to accommodate
contractures of
10° or less.
265 lbs. (220
lbs. for Swing FS
models)
Varus – Yes, if less
than 10°.
Valgus - Yes
Yes
no requirement
no requirement
Sufficient (3-5°)
ankle and/or
forefoot
movement to
generate 4 mm
of cable
excursion.
Metal
uprights can be
contoured to
accommodate
contractures of
10° or less.
Sufficient (3-5°)
ankle and/or
forefoot
movement to
generate 4 mm
of cable
excursion.
no requirement
220 lbs. 220 lbs. 220 lbs.
Yes –
For correctible
varus or valgus
less than 10°.
not
recommended
unless patient is
an advanced
e-Knee user.
Yes Yes
Yes Yes
* a walking aid may be necessary if patient is less than Grade 3,
consider adding GX-assist option. See pages 17 and 19 for details.

Patient Assessment form
today’s Date: orthotist:
Facility:
Street: city: State: Zip:
Phone number: Fax number:
DateS: assessment: Delivery: Follow-up:
Patient ID: affected Side: left right Bilateral
Height: Weight: age: Gender: M F
Diagnosis:
Gait Description:
Previous type of orthosis (ankle joints, knee joints, trimlines):
type of walking aid:
treatment goal:
Proprioception:
Sensation:
other circumstances (e.g. upper extremity weakness):
rAnGe Of MOTiOn (Limits, specified, WNL, contracture)
Hip: Knee: ankle:
Genu valgum: º Genu varum: º Genu recurvatum: º
ankle valgus: º ankle varus: º
toe in: º toe out: º
MAnuAL MuSCLe TeSTinG
Use grading from chart on right.
Hip Flexors:
Hip extensors:
Hip aBductors:
Hip aDductors:
Quadriceps:
Hamstrings:
Plantarflexors:
Dorsiflexors:
MMT iSOMeTriC GrAdinG
5 norMal Holds test position against maximal resistance
4+ GooD + Holds test position against moderate to strong pressure
4 GooD Holds test position against moderate resistance
4- GooD - Holds test position against slight to moderate pressure
3+ FaIr + Holds test position against slight resistance
3 FaIr Holds test position against gravity
3- FaIr - Gradual release from test position
2+ Poor+
Moves through partial roM against gravity or moves through
complete roM gravity eliminated and holds against pressure
2 Poor able to move through full roM gravity eliminated
2- Poor - Moves through partial roM gravity eliminated
1 trace
no visible movement; palpable or observable tendon
prominence/flicker ctx
0 0 no palpable or observable muscle ctx
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MOdeL 9000: GX-Knee
Based on the design of a traditional highquality,
Becker knee joint, the GX-Knee comes
equipped with a pneumatic spring on the lateral
joint to assist in knee extension. a medial knee
joint is also included to control knee alignment.
the GX-Knee is available with your choice
of a 125n pneumatic spring (for standard
applications), or 175n (for high activity patients).
the GX-Knee incorporates a pneumatic
spring on the lateral joint, which assists in knee
extension during the swing phase of gait. the
GX-Knee is designed to provide extension assist,
not prevent knee flexion.
It can be fabricated into a variety of orthotic
designs including traditional metal and leather,
thermoplastics, composites and prepreg.

feATureS
• Free knee with pneumatic extension assist
available in 125n for standard applications
and 175n for high activity patients.
• Paired with a medial joint to control knee
alignment.
• Available with aluminum, stainless steel or
titanium uprights.
• All components come standard with a
manufacturer’s warranty.
indiCATiOnS
• Patients with isolated quadriceps weakness.
• Combined weakness of quadriceps and foot
ankle complex.
• Quadriceps weakness with M-L instability at
the knee.
COnTrAindiCATiOnS
• Patient weight greater than 220 lbs.
• Weakness of hip musculature.
COdinG infOrMATiOn
• No specific L Codes have been issued for
the GX-Knee at this time. We recommend
you consider coding the GX-Knee as an
l2999 add-on to base KaFo code. the
responsibility for accurate coding lies with
the patient care facility that is billing for the
product and service. the HcPcS alphanumeric
System is subject to revisions and
periodic updates and should be consulted
prior to billing.
AvAiLABiLiTy
• The GX-Knee can be purchased as a
component through Becker orthopedic, or
fabricated into a variety of custom KaFo
designs by Becker central Fabrication or
Becker oregon.
• Use Stance Control Orthometry Form for
custom orders.
Patent Pending
COnverSiOnS
Force
(n)
GX-
torque
(in-lbf)
125 28
175 39
GX-Knee KAFO
GX-Knee
Knee Joint
Order no. description
9000-a GX-Knee Joints only - adult
9000-B GX-Knee Joints only - Youth
318 GX-Knee KaFo
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MOdeL 9001: e-Knee
the e-Knee is a foot force activated,
computer controlled, electromechanical
orthotic knee joint. It comes equipped with
a pressure sensitive footplate that signals the
microprocessor to lock the knee joint when
pressure is applied and to unlock the knee joint
in the absence of pressure. this technology
gives users unsurpassed freedom and
convenience by enhancing gait symmetry and
allowing for a more efficient gait pattern with
less compensation.
Powered by a lithium ion battery, the e-
Knee can provide users with enough power
to get through a full day without the need
for recharging. the system can be charged
through any standard ac outlet and typically
takes 4 – 6 hours to reach capacity.
the e-Knee can be fabricated into a variety
of orthotic designs including conventional
metal and leather, composites and prepreg.
to ensure that optimal joint alignment and
function is maintained throughout the gait
cycle, we recommend the use of inherently rigid
materials when designing your e-Knee KaFo.
Certified and licensed orthotists are required
to attend a certification course to use this
product. Please contact our customer service
department for registration details on upcoming
seminars. all components come standard with
a manufacturer’s warranty.

feATureS
• Modular design.
• Battery saving power
features.
• Microprocessor controlled
locking and unlocking.
• LED bench testing and
gait training indicator.
• LED battery charge
indicator and audible
alarm.
• Failsafe design locks
automatically if there is
a system or power failure.
• Available with your
choice of aluminum,
stainless
steel, or titanium uprights.
indiCATiOnS
• Quadriceps weakness as a result
of Poliomyelitis.
• Multiple Sclerosis.
• CVA.
• Femoral Nerve and Incomplete SCI.
• Inclusion Body Myositis.
COnTrAindiCATiOnS
• Patient weight greater than 220 lbs.
• Any spasticity in hip, knee or ankle
musculature.
• Fixed varus or valgus deformity at the knee
in excess of 15°.
• Knee hyperextension not controlled by
the orthosis.
• Passive ankle ROM with less than 5°
of dorsiflexion.
• Substantial leg length discrepancy where
the affected side is shorter.
uS Patent 6,517,503 and 10,205,714
E-Knee KAFO
COdinG infOrMATiOn
• No specific L Codes have been issued for
the e-Knee at this time. We recommend
you consider coding the e-Knee as an
l2999 add-on to base KaFo code. the
responsibility for accurate coding lies with
the patient care facility that is billing for the
product and service. the HcPcS alphanumeric
System is subject to revisions and
periodic updates and should be consulted
prior to billing.
AvAiLABiLiTy
• The E-Knee can be purchased as a kit
through Becker orthopedic, or fabricated
into a variety of custom KaFo designs by
Becker central Fabrication or Becker oregon.
• Use Stance Control Orthometry Form for
custom orders.
New updated
Foot Sensor
comes in one
universal size
and requires
minimal
adjustment.
Microprocessor with LED
feedback provides cues for
bench testing and gait training,
as well as battery status.
Order no. description
9001-a6 e-Knee - Knee Joint Kit
320 e-Knee KaFo
E-Knee
Knee Joint Kit
Complete Molding Dummy Kit
provided, free of charge, with
initial E-Knee Kit purchase.
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MOdeL r9001: rehab e-Knee
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Assessment and Gait Training KAfO
an important aspect of expert care for individuals
with neuromuscular deficit is the early initiation
of intensive rehabilitation that includes physical
therapy, occupational therapy and orthotic
management.
the assessment and Gait training rehab e-Knee
is a modular and fully adjustable KaFo that
provides knee joint stability and control for
individuals during the rehabilitation process.
a hand-held switch is used by the orthotist or
therapist to selectively lock and unlock the
electromechanical orthotic knee joint during gait
training activities.
Intended to enhance recovery, substitute for
functional deficits and improve walking efficiency,
the rehab e-Knee can also be used as a tool to
effectively evaluate patients for definitive E-Knee
and other Stance control KaFo’s.

feATureS
• Fully adjustable modular design.
• Medial joint can be locked, or
configured to provide minimum/
maximum extension
assist/flexion resist.
• Available for the left or
right leg.
• Powered by 6 AA batteries.
• Can be used to effectively
assess candidacy for definitive
e-Knee or other Stance
control KaFo.
indiCATiOnS
• Lower extremity weakness
secondary to stroke.
• Incomplete SCI and other
neuromuscular deficits.
COnTrAindiCATiOnS
• Patient weight greater than 220 lbs.
• Fixed varus or valgus deformity at the knee in
excess of 15°.
• Knee hyperextension not controlled by
the orthosis.
• Substantial leg length discrepancy where the
affected side is shorter.
AvAiLABiLiTy
• The Rehab E-Knee can be purchased as a kit
through Becker orthopedic.
uS Patent 6,517,503 and 10,205,714
Fully adjustable modular
Rehab E-Knee KAFO
attaches to either a
standard/universal or
custom AFO.
Standard/Universal AFO
with Rehab E-Knee
interface.
Order no. description
r9001 rehab e-Knee Kit
Hand-held controlled
locking and unlocking.
Custom AFO with
Rehab E-Knee
interface.
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MOdeL Lr-9002: load response
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the load response knee joint, model lr-9002,
allows 18° of resisted knee flexion during
the stance phase of gait. the lateral joint is
equipped with a preloaded spiral torsional
spring that mimics the ability of the quadriceps
muscle to absorb ground reaction forces from
heel strike to mid-stance.
the lr-9002 can be a good alternative for
patients who are experiencing back pain and
component failure due to shock loading at heel
strike in a ring lock, or bail lock KaFo.
the load response can be fabricated
into a variety of orthotic designs including
conventional metal and leather, thermoplastics,
composites and prepreg. to ensure that
optimal joint alignment and function is
maintained throughout the gait cycle, we
recommend the use of inherently rigid materials
when designing your load response KaFo.

feATureS
• Allows 18° of resisted knee flexion.
• Compatible with Becker HD Lever
release System.
• Available with aluminum, stainless steel, or
titanium uprights.
• All components come standard with a
manufacturer’s warranty.
indiCATiOnS
• Multiple Sclerosis.
• Post Polio.
• Incomplete SCI/TBI.
COnTrAindiCATiOnS
• Patient weight less than 105 lbs, or greater
than 220 lbs.
COdinG infOrMATiOn
• We recommend you consider coding the
load response as an add-on to a base
KaFo using (2) l2390, (2) l2415 and (1)
l2999 to describe the pre-loaded spiral
torsional spring on the lateral joint unit,
or as a complete KaFo using l2005. the
responsibility for accurate coding lies with
the patient care facility that is billing for the
product and service. the HcPcS alphanumeric
System is subject to revisions and
periodic updates and should be consulted
prior to billing.
AvAiLABiLiTy
• The Load Response knee joint can be
purchased as a component through Becker
orthopedic, or fabricated into a variety of
custom KaFo designs by Becker central
Fabrication or Becker oregon.
• Use Stance Control Orthometry Form for
custom orders.
uS Patent 6,471,664
Load Response KAFO
shown with optional Becker
HD Lever Release System.
Model 9002
without
spiral
torsional
spring.
Model
LR-9002
with sprial
torsional
spring.
Order no. description
lr-9002-a6 load response Knee Joints only
319 load response KaFo
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MOdeL 9004: UtX ®
the UtX ® was designed and develop by Dr. nils
van leerdam, of ambroise Holland bv. It is
a lightweight, less than two pounds, knee-anklefoot-orthosis
that stabilizes the knee during the
stance phase of gait but enables knee flexion
during swing phase. at the end of the swing
phase, as the knee reaches full extension, a
ratchet engages to stabilize and lock the knee.
a cable runs inside the distal side member from
the ankle joint to the knee joint. at the end of
stance phase, as the ankle dorsiflexes, this cable
linkage causes the knee joint to unlock and
destabilize the knee.
the UtX ® can be configured as a non-stance
control KaFo model, “Stabil,” that locks and
unlocks by control of the user. other models
of the UtX ® are also available including an
“FS” (frontal stability) model to control genu
valgum and a model with posterior interfaces
at the lower leg to control genu recurvatum.
In addition, all UtX ® models can be equipped
with a medial ankle joint to provide additional
control in the coronal and transverse planes.

UTX ® Swing
Thermoplastic
UTX ® Swing FS
Tubular
Stainless Steel
feATureS
• Automatic, mechanical, locking
and unlocking.
• Comfortable to wear while sitting due to
the lack of rigid structures on the posterior
aspect of the orthosis.
• Manual unlocking option.
• Easy adjustment of dorsiflexion and stirrup
upright angle.
• Easy height adjustment of bands/interfaces
(pelottes).
• Thermoplastic and laminated UTX ® options
afford enhanced control of the foot-ankle
complex.
• Frontal Stability (FS) option can
accommodate genu valgum.
• Extremely lightweight – a typical UTX ®
weighs less than two pounds.
• All components come standard with
a manufacturer’s warranty.
indiCATiOnS
• Quadriceps weakness as a result
of Poliomyelitis.
• Multiple Sclerosis.
• CVA.
• Femoral Nerve and Incomplete SCI.
• Inclusion Body Myositis.
• Genu recurvatum (use posterior lower leg
interfaces for maximum control).
• Successful users will typically have hip
extensor/flexor strength (Grade 3) and
passive ankle dorsiflexion.
• A full selection protocol outlining indications
and contraindications is available upon request.
UTX ® Swing
Tubular
Stainless Steel
UTX ® Swing
Laminated
(Becker Oregon Only)
COnTrAindiCATiOnS
• Patient weight greater than 265 lbs.
• Any spasticity in hip, knee or ankle
musculature.
• Uncorrectable valgus/varus instability at
the knee of more than 10°.
• Substantial leg length discrepancy where
the affected side is shorter.
COdinG infOrMATiOn
• We recommend you consider coding
the UtX ® with a base code of l2005. the
responsibility for accurate coding lies with
the patient care facility that is billing for the
product and service. the HcPcS alphanumeric
System is subject to revisions and
periodic updates and should be consulted
prior to billing.
AvAiLABiLiTy
• The UTX ® is exclusively available through
Becker orthopedic and Becker oregon in
the United States, Canada and Central/
South america as a custom made orthosis.
• The UTX ® Swing laminated is available
through Becker oregon only.
• Use UTX ® orthosis Selection Protocol Form
and Measurement Form to order.
Order no. description
9004-S UtX ® Swing
9004-Stabil UtX ® Stabil
9004-FS UtX ® Frontal Stability
uTX®
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the SafetyStride is a mechanical stance
control orthotic knee joint that utilizes a lowprofile
cabling system to automatically unlock
itself at the end of stance phase. the key
feature of the SafetyStride is its ability to resist
knee flexion at any angle. The SafetyStride
does not require full 180° knee extension to
resist knee flexion in stance phase. Designed
to unlock at terminal stance, an internal lever
re-engages during swing phase to ensure knee
joint stability prior to heel contact. Individuals
who intermittently fail to reach full extension will
now have the added security and stability they
require while ambulating.
the SafetyStride works in conjunction with
the FullStride and can be easily installed on
a FullStride equipped KaFo. It’s innovative
and straightforward design minimizes the use of
specialized components to reduce component
costs and ongoing maintenance, while also
easing fabrication and the patient fitting process.
the SafetyStride can be fabricated into
a variety of orthotic designs including
conventional metal and leather, composites
and prepreg. to ensure that optimal joint
alignment and function is maintained
throughout the gait cycle, we recommend the
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MOdeL 9005: SafetyStride
use of inherently rigid materials when designing
your SafetyStride KaFo.
no specialized practitioner or technician
training/certification is required for purchase.
all components come standard with a
manufacturer’s warranty.
An internal lever within the
SafetyStride disengages
at terminal stance to allow
for free knee flexion.
At mid swing, the lever
re-engages permitting only
knee extension.
feATureS
• Automatic, mechanical locking and
unlocking will resist knee flexion at any angle.
• Designed to unlock at terminal stance, an
internal lever will re-engage during swing
phase ensuring knee joint stability prior to
heel contact.
• Interchangeable with the FullStride knee
joint.
• Durable, straightforward, modular design.
• Available with aluminum, stainless steel, or
titanium uprights.
nOTe: To optimize gait and enhance knee
stability, special consideration should be
given to ankle joint selection. we would
strongly recommend that you select
an ankle joint configuration that limits
dorsiflexion and allows accurate alignment
of the foot ankle complex in the sagittal
plane.

indiCATiOnS
• Quadriceps weakness as
a result of Poliomyelitis.
• Multiple Sclerosis.
• CVA.
• Femoral Nerve and
Incomplete ScI.
• Inclusion Body Myositis.
• Genu recurvatum.
SafetyStride
COnTrAindiCATiOnS
• Patient weight greater than 220 lbs.
• Any spasticity in hip, knee or ankle
musculature.
• Substantial leg length discrepancy where
the affected side is shorter.
KAFO
COdinG infOrMATiOn
• We recommend you consider coding the
SafetyStride with a base code of l2005.
the responsibility of accurate coding lies
with the patient care facility that is billing for
the product and service. the HcPcS alphanumeric
System is subject to revisions and
periodic updates and should be consulted
prior to billing.
MOdeL 9005-GX: SafetyStride
with GX-assist
For individuals with significant weakness of
hip musculature, the SafetyStride may
also be ordered with a GX-assist option that
incorporates a pneumatic spring on the medial
joint unit to assist in knee extension during the
swing phase of gait. available with your choice
of a 125n pneumatic spring (for standard
applications), or 175n (for high activity
patients), the GX-Assist can also be retrofit to
existing SafetyStride KaFo’s.
Patent Pending
AvAiLABiLiTy
• The SafetyStride can be purchased as a
kit through Becker orthopedic, or fabricated
into a variety of custom KaFo designs
by Becker central Fabrication or
Becker oregon.
• Use Stance Control Orthometry Form for
custom orders.
uS Patent no. 7,462,159 B1
Order no. description
9005-a6 SafetyStride Knee Joint Kit
321 SafetyStride KaFo
SafetyStride
with GX-Assist Kit
SafetyStride Kit
GX-Assist Kit
Standard kit
will include
(1) FullStride
(medial) & (1)
SafetyStride
(lateral) knee
joint.
COnverSiOnS
Force (n) torque (in-lbf)
125 28
175 39
Order no. description
9005-GX-a6 SafetyStride Knee Joint Kit w/ GX-Assist
321-GX SafetyStride KAFO w/ GX-Assist
9000-GX GX-assist Kit only
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MOdeL 9006: FullStride
the FullStride is a mechanical stance control
orthotic knee joint that utilizes a low-profile
cabling system to automatically unlock at the
end of stance phase. at the end of swing
phase, when the orthotic knee joint reaches full
extension, the locking mechanism re-engages to
provide knee stability.
the FullStride
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can also be easily converted into
an automatic spring lever lock knee joint if the
needs of the patient change over time. When
necessary, the stance control capability can
be converted into a traditional spring (bail) lock
mechanism by simply unscrewing the modular
knee joints from the uprights and swapping the
medial and lateral joints.
the innovative design of the FullStride utilizes
fewer specialized components to ease
fabrication, reduce component costs and
reduce follow-up maintenance. It can be
fabricated into a variety of orthotic designs
including conventional metal and leather,
composites and prepreg. to ensure that optimal
joint alignment and function is maintained
throughout the gait cycle, we recommend the
use of inherently rigid materials when designing
your FullStride KaFo.
no specialized practitioner or technician
training/certification is required for purchase.
all components come standard with a
manufacturer’s warranty.
feATureS
• Automatic, mechanical locking and
unlocking.
• Flexible, adaptive, modular design allows
joint to be configured as an automatic
spring lever lock knee joint if the needs of the
patient change.
• Durable, straightforward design.
• Cost effective.
• Available with aluminum, stainless steel, or
titanium uprights.
nOTe: To optimize gait and enhance knee
stability, special consideration should
be given to ankle joint selection. we
would strongly recommend that you
select an ankle joint configuration that limits
dorsiflexion and allows accurate alignment
of the foot ankle complex in the sagittal
plane.
indiCATiOnS
• Quadriceps weakness as a result of
Poliomyelitis.
• Multiple Sclerosis.
• CVA.

• Femoral Nerve and
Incomplete ScI.
• Inclusion Body Myositis.
• Genu recurvatum.
COnTrAindiCATiOnS
• Patient weight greater
than 220 lbs.
• Any spasticity in
hip, knee or ankle
musculature.
• Substantial leg length
discrepancy where
the affected side
is shorter.
FullStride KAFO
in stance control
configuration.
COdinG infOrMATiOn
• We recommend you consider coding the
FullStride with a base code of l2005. the
responsibility for accurate coding lies with
the patient care facility that is billing for the
product and service. the HcPcS alphanumeric
System is subject to revisions and
MOdeL 9006-GX: FullStride
with GX-assist
For individuals with significant weakness of
hip musculature the FullStride may also
be ordered with a GX-assist option that
incorporates a pneumatic spring on the lateral
joint unit to assist in knee extension during the
swing phase of gait. available with your choice
of a 125n pneumatic spring (for standard
applications), or 175n (for high activity
patients), the GX-Assist can also be retrofit to
existing FullStride KaFo’s.
Patent Pending
periodic updates and should be
consulted prior to billing.
AvAiLABiLiTy
• The FullStride can be purchased
as a kit through Becker
orthopedic, or fabricated into a
variety of custom KaFo designs
by Becker central Fabrication
or Becker oregon.
• Use Stance Control Orthometry
Form for custom orders.
FullStride with
GX-Assist Kit
GX-Assist Kit
COnverSiOnS
FullStride Kit
Force (n) torque (in-lbf)
125 28
175 39
Order no. description
9006-GX-a6 FullStride Knee Joint Kit w/ GX-Assist
322-GX FullStride KAFO w/ GX-Assist
9000-GX GX-assist Kit only
FullStride KAFO
in automatic
spring lever lock
configuration.
Order no. description
9006-a6 FullStride Knee Joint Kit
9006-B6 FullStride Knee Joint Kit (B Size)
322 FullStride KaFo
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