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Ankle-foot Orthosis (Afo)
For Ankle-foot Orthosis (Afo) we have a term and definition in Multiple Sclerosis.
Ankle-foot Orthosis (Afo) (Multiple Sclerosis) 
An ankle-foot orthosis is a brace, usually plastic, that is worn on the lower leg and foot to support the ankle and correct foot drop. By holding the foot and ankle in the correct position, the AFO promotes correct heel-toe walking. See Foot drop.
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