Max Control SMO
The Max Control SMO (supramalleolar orthosis) is designed for kids with excessive pronation or supination or who have difficulty self-correcting their alignment. Featuring a full footplate, heel post, and dorsum wings, it offers intimate midfoot control while allowing plantarflexion and dorsiflexion. This SMO improves balance and enhances foot and ankle alignment, helping kids move on the floor and upright with greater stability and confidence.
Indications:
- Rigid hindfoot deformity
- Rigid midfoot deformity
- Requires forefoot posting
Contraindications:
- Patient would benefit from more dynamic movements
- Requires more sagittal plane support (would benefit from an AFO)
Modifications:
- Plastic material
- Plastic thickness
- Footplate trimline
- Tall ears
- Posterior or wrap around top strap
- Toe Plateau
- Metatarsal pad
- ST Pad
Alignment Control:
These devices provide maximum support and positioning with limited flexibility within the device and address high tone. Patients are able to actively correct when cued.
