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Unilateral Ankle Joint

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Product Information

The 17LA3N unilateral ankle joint is a multifunction system ankle joint with a foot-lifting effect. Various combination possibilities allow it to be quickly adjusted to the individual user's needs at any time. KAFO/ AFO ankle joint with dorsi extension and plantar flexion adjustable with pins, springs, or a combination of both.

Features
  • Available in Stainless Steel or Titanium
  • Weight classification permits unilateral use for a patient up to 220 lbs (100 kg), 330 lbs (160 kg) for bilateral.
  • Small, light and inconspicuous – truly versatile.
  • Foot Stirrup (17LF3N or 17LF31N) sold as accessories below
  • Upright Lamination Bar (17LS3) sold as accessories below
  • Lamination Dummy (17LD1N) sold as accessories below
  • Extenstion Bar for unilateral fabrication (17LV3) sold as accessories below

Considerations

  • When using the product unilaterally, the next higher size must be used in cases where there is flexion contracture in the knee or hip greater than 10°; or distinct torsion or valgus/varus instabilities; or increased physical activity.
  • For tubercle seat or valgus/varus malpositions greater than 10°, the product must be fitted bilaterally.
ProductUnilateral Use lbs (kg)Bilateral Use lbs (kg)Material
17LA3N=1244 (20)(88 (40)(Stainless
17LA3N=12-T44 (20)(88 (40)(Titanium
17LA3N=14110 (50)(176 (80)(Stainless
17LA3N=14-T110 (50)(176 (80)(Titanium
17LA3N=16187 (85)(264.5 (120)(Stainless
17LA3N=16-T187 (85)(264.5 (120)(Titanium
17LA3N=20242.5 (110)(352.5 (160)(Stainless
17LA3N=20-T242.5 (110)(352.5 (160)(Titanium

Specifications

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