Ankle and Foot Orthoses for Stabilization and Gait Support
Ankle and foot orthoses for orthopedics, podiatry, sports medicine and rehabilitation - stirrup ankle braces, lace-up ankle supports, ankle-foot orthoses for drop foot and plantar fasciitis night splints from Aircast, Ossur, DonJoy, Procare and Mueller. Available with air and gel side bladders that limit inversion and eversion, lace-and-strap fabric supports, posterior leaf-spring AFOs that lift the foot during swing phase, and dorsiflexion night splints. Sizing spans universal, shoe-size and left-and-right formats. Wholesale case pricing for hospitals, surgery centers, long-term care and clinical procurement.
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Ankle and Foot Orthoses for Stabilization and Gait Support
Ankle and foot orthoses cover ankle sprain support, chronic instability, drop foot and plantar fasciitis. This category groups stirrup ankle braces, lace-up ankle supports, ankle-foot orthoses for dorsiflexion assist and plantar fasciitis night splints stocked across orthopedics, podiatry, sports medicine and rehabilitation.
Ankle and Foot Orthosis Types Stocked
- Stirrup ankle braces - Rigid-shell braces with gel or air bladders on the medial and lateral sides that limit inversion and eversion after ankle sprain. Stocked in universal and sized formats.
- Lace-up ankle supports - Fabric ankle braces with laces and figure-eight straps for circumferential support in sports and post-sprain programs.
- Ankle-foot orthoses (AFO) - Leaf-spring and posterior-shell AFOs that hold the foot in dorsiflexion for drop foot and gait support.
- Plantar fasciitis night splints - Dorsiflexion night splints that hold the ankle and foot to stretch the plantar fascia and Achilles during rest.
- Elastic ankle supports - Slip-on neoprene and knit sleeves for compression and mild support.
Ankle and Foot Orthosis Formats
| Product | Function | Sizing | Representative Brands |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stirrup ankle brace | Inversion/eversion control | Universal, S-L | Aircast Air-Stirrup, DonJoy |
| Lace-up ankle support | Circumferential support | XS-XXL by shoe size | Ossur Formfit, McDavid, Mueller |
| Leaf-spring AFO | Dorsiflexion assist for drop foot | S-XL, L/R by shoe size | Ossur, Procare |
| Plantar fasciitis night splint | Overnight dorsiflexion stretch | S/M/L, universal | Procare, DonJoy, Medline |
| Elastic ankle support | Compression and mild support | S-XL | Mueller, Bauerfeind |
Stirrup Bladders and AFO Construction
Stirrup ankle braces use a rigid plastic shell with air or gel bladders on the inner and outer ankle that cushion the malleoli and resist side-to-side motion while permitting dorsiflexion and plantarflexion for walking. Ankle-foot orthoses are stocked as posterior leaf-spring designs molded from polypropylene that flex to lift the foot during swing phase, in left and right and by shoe size. Night splints hold the ankle in a set dorsiflexion angle with an adjustable strap. Size and side options are on each product.
Ankle and foot orthoses are a steady-turnover line across podiatry, sports medicine and orthopedic clinics, where stirrup and lace-up braces move in high volume and AFOs reorder to neurology and rehab referral. Stocking stirrup braces and lace-up supports in a full size run keeps sprain-care fitting immediate. Order at the best Wholesale Prices with MAP Medical.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a stirrup ankle brace and a lace-up ankle support?
A stirrup ankle brace has a rigid plastic shell with air or gel bladders on each side that block inversion and eversion while allowing up-and-down motion, and is the standard format for acute ankle sprain. A lace-up ankle support is a fabric brace with laces and straps that adds circumferential support for sport and chronic instability. Both are stocked across universal and shoe-size runs.
What is an ankle-foot orthosis (AFO) used for?
An ankle-foot orthosis holds the foot in dorsiflexion to support gait when foot drop is present. The catalog stocks posterior leaf-spring AFOs that flex to lift the toe during swing phase, in left and right and by shoe size. Construction, flexibility and size options vary by brand and are listed on the product records.
Are plantar fasciitis night splints stocked?
Yes. Plantar fasciitis night splints hold the ankle and foot in a set dorsiflexion angle overnight to keep the plantar fascia and Achilles on a gentle stretch. They are stocked in small, medium and large and in dorsal and posterior shell styles. The angle adjustment and sizing are noted on each product.
Can hospitals and clinics order ankle and foot orthoses in bulk?
Yes. Ankle and foot orthoses are stocked in case quantities for hospitals, surgery centers, orthopedic, podiatry and sports medicine clinics, long-term care facilities, emergency departments and rehabilitation units, and licensed medical distributors. Standing order programs are available for the highest-velocity SKUs - stirrup ankle braces, lace-up ankle supports and plantar fasciitis night splints in standard size runs. Contact our procurement team for tiered case pricing and standing order setup.
What ankle and foot orthosis products should be included in a facility formulary?
A working ankle and foot orthosis formulary typically carries stirrup ankle braces in universal and sized formats, lace-up ankle supports across the shoe-size run, a plantar fasciitis night splint, and elastic ankle sleeves. Programs with neurology and rehab referral stock leaf-spring AFOs in left and right by shoe size. MAP Medical builds consolidated formulary packages matched to facility type and patient volume - contact our team for an assessment.