Casting
Exceptional AFOs begin with exceptional casts. The good news is it’s not hard to produce an exceptional cast. Simply follow the instructions below, which are detailed in the video at left, and consider ordering an OHI Casting Kit to ensure that you have all of the necessary tools.
What’s Included
A. Casting Board
B. (2) 17″ STS Casting Socks
C. Cutting Strip
D. Letter Opener
E. STS Instructional Card
F. Indelible Ink Pencil
G. Plastic Tubing
H. Protective Plastic Bags
I. STS Scissors
J. Foam
K. Nexcare Soft Cloth Tape
Below are the recommended instructions for the use of the STS casting socks. It is important to note the manufacturer’s instructions which can be found here.
Step 1
With the foot at 90º to the leg, place cutting strip on dorsum of foot.
Step 2
Tape channel tube on top of cutting strip.
Step 3
Place baggie of appropriate length on foot and leg.
Step 4
Submerge STS sock into cool water that is less than 70 degrees fahrenheit to activate hardening solution.
Step 5
Slide the STS sock fully onto the limb, making sure the material lies smooth and flat without any bunching or overlapping.
Step 6
Position in semi-weight bearing on footboard in corrected position with ankle at 90°.
Step 7
Deliniate medial & lateral malleolous and other boney prominences.
Step 8
When dry, cut along cutting strip full length.