ABOUT CONTACT NEWSROOM PAY MY BILL FOR PROFESSIONALS Find a Clinic Prosthetics Orthotics Pediatrics Patients Blog Events SEARCH Home / Orthotics / Ankle & Foot Orthoses for the Ankle & Foot ORTHOTICS Explore by Body Segment ANKLE & FOOT Overview Ankle Foot Orthoses Functional Electrical Stimulation Diabetic Shoes & Inserts Foot Orthoses KNEE HIP SPINE UPPER LIMB CHEST & HEAD Explore by Condition NEUROMUSCULAR DISEASES SPINAL INJURY OSTEOARTHRITIS CHRONIC PAIN Explore by Function PRE- & POST-OPERATIVE SPORT TRAUMA, INJURY, & LIMB SALVAGE FIND A CLINIC Improper alignment, nerve damage, and neurological conditions may hinder the ability to walk and move around due to instability or improper placement of the foot and ankle. This instability can increase the risk of falls and the risk of further injury to the back, hip, and knees over time. Foot and ankle braces are a common form of support to address the effects of alignment issues, nerve damage, or a neurological condition by creating stability, improving walking, and helping to keep you mobile. Braces can be simple, such as a rigid structure positioned around the ankle that restricts movement and helps you heal from a sprain. However, more complex conditions, such as a stroke, a traumatic brain injury, a spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, and cerebral palsy may require a more customized solution to support weakness or improper alignment in the ankle. Ankle & Foot Bracing Solutions There are many different solutions designed to create stability and improve mobility for people with a broad range of conditions. Your orthotist will work with your therapists, doctors, and medical team to select, design, and build the right option to fit your needs. Ankle & Foot Orthoses Ankle Foot Orthoses are designed to provide support and proper joint alignment to the foot and ankle, assist or substitute for muscle weakness, and protect the foot and lower limb Functional Electrical Stimulation Functional electrical stimulation uses patterns of electrical stimulation to activate nerves and help facilitate movement. Diabetic Shoes & Inserts Proper shoes and cushioning inserts, combined with close monitoring of your feet and healthy lifestyle choices, often make up a comprehensive treatment plan to manage foot complications due to diabetes. Foot Orthoses Custom shoe orthotics are commonly used to manage foot pain as well as pain in other parts of your body. Request a Free Evaluation If you have questions or are ready to talk about your options, schedule a consultation at a clinic near you. FIND A CLINIC Patient Stories prev next James Forbes My clinician could see how much pain when I walked into the office. But by the time I left with my new carbon-fiber AFOs, there was virtually no pain. I am still ecstatic, and sometimes I still can’t believe how quickly I saw an improvement. READ HIS STORY › MORE STORIES Latest Updates EMOTIONAL SUPPORT • LIFESTYLE • LOWER LIMB • SELF-ADVOCACY • UPPER LIMB Hanger Clinic Patients Share Experience at Challenged Athletes Foundation Community Weekend LIFESTYLE • LOWER LIMB • PROSTHETICS Veterans Day | Honoring Those Who Serve EDUCATION • ORTHOTICS • RESEARCH World Stroke Day | Orthoses in the Management of Stroke VIEW ALL ABOUT Patient Experience Appointments Locations PATIENTS New Patients Billing & Insurance Peer Support Events Blog PROFESSIONALS Hanger Institute Referrals Continuing Education Events Blog CORPORATE Careers Investors Newsroom Hanger Foundation 1 (877) 442-6437 Facebook Instagram YouTube Twitter Customer Feedback Accessibility Terms of Use Privacy Policy ©2021 Hanger Clinic. All Rights Reserved.