Short AFO-Posterior Entry & UCB

The patient was seen today for fitting of a right SAFO-PE and a left UCB. All trimlines brought back to appropriate length. Grandparents were instructed in proper donning and doffing as well as placement of the orthoses on the limb. They were told proper wean-in time beginning with 2 hours and increase by 2 hours each day until the patient can were the devices all day long. They were told to monitor the skin for any red marks that persist longer then 30 minutes once the orthoses have been doffed, if there are red marks that persist, they were told to stop using the devices and contact our office. They were told to always wear shoes with these devices. The patient was told to return if there are any problems, or in 3 to 6 months for follow-up