A special HKAFO, which uses a mechanical linkage to couple flexion of one hip with extension of the other, which enables a reciprocal step-over-step gait.
Also allow swing through and swing to gaits
2. Reciprocating Gait Orthosis
A special HKAFO, which uses a mechanical linkage
to couple flexion of one hip with extension of the
other, which enables a reciprocal step-over-step
gait.
Also allow swing through and swing to gaits
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5. Isocentric RGO
Constructed according to lower limb casting
Includes a thoracic shell also
Reciprocating mechanism is a Pivot bar
reciprocating link
ARAZPOUR M, GHOLAMI M, BAHRAMIZADEH M, SHARIFI G, BANI MA. INFLUENCE OF RECIPROCATING LINK WHEN USING AN ISOCENTRIC RECIPROCATING GAIT ORTHOSIS (IRGO) ON WALKING IN PATIENTS WITH
SPINAL CORD INJURY: A PILOT STUDY. TOP SPINAL CORD INJ REHABIL. 2017 SUMMER;23(3):256-262. DOI: 10.1310/SCI16-00016. EPUB 2017 MAY 4. PMID: 29339901; PMCID: PMC5562033.
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6. Pre requisites
At least grade 3 power of hip flexors
Upper trunk balance
Adequate Cognitive function
Adequate upper limb function for assistive devices
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7. Indication
Paraplegia with at least 3/5 power in hip flexors and lesser power in hip extensors
Traumatic paraplegia
MMC sequel
Transverse myelitis
SOL of Spinal canal
Potts spine
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8. Contra indications
Hip Flexion Contractures
Spasticity in hip flexors
Orthostatic hypotension
Poor cardiopulmonary endurance
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9. Advantages
Decreases energy expenditure
Can achieve four point gait with two crutches
Improve confidence and balance in new
paraplegics
Can gradually wean out to KAFOs
ADVANTAGE OF IRGO OVER OTHER RGO
No protruding wires/cables over back
More cost efficient than other RGOs
No energy loss due to friction between
cables- hence more energy efficient.
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11. Thank you
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