Ottobock WalkOn Reaction Ankle and Foot Orthosis

If you suffer from permanent dorsiflexor weakness, the aid you choose to lift your foot while walking needs to be durable, comfortable and, most importantly, reliable. The Ottobock WalkOn Reaction Ankle and Foot Orthosis is designed specifically to lift the foot during the swing phase, while also supporting the knee joint, allowing you to walk more naturally again.

Key Features of the Ottobock WalkOn Reaction Orthosis

• Extremely tough, long-lasting ankle and foot brace
• Designed specifically for people with dorsiflexion weakness
• Helps lift the foot during the swing phase, making the gait safer
• Lightweight and low profile design ensures a discreet and comfortable wear
• Available in a range of shoe sizes, with a choice for Left or Right foot

Which Conditions Is the WalkOn Reaction Orthosis Suitable For?

The Ottobock WalkOn Reaction Orthosis is designed specifically for people with dorsiflexion weakness, or foot drop. It supports the dorsiflexion in the neutral position during swing phase.

How Does the WalkOn Reaction Orthosis Help?

The WalkOn Reaction Brace helps lift the foot during the swing phase, so that the gait becomes safer, while the risk of stumbling and failing is reduced. The tip of the foot no longer gets caught as easily on small obstacles or uneven ground.

Thanks to its special design, this WalkOn Reaction Orthosis supports the knee joint as well. When the foot lowering musculature is impaired as well, you can benefit from the high energy return of the orthosis, which is activated during the rollover motion of the foot.

Sizing Information

The Ottobock WalkOn Reaction Ankle and Foot Orthosis is available in four sizes that correspond to your EU shoe size. You can select your preferred size from the drop-down menu at the top of the page. Moreover, this orthosis is also foot specific, which means that you need to select the orthosis for either the Left or Right foot.

How Is the Ottobock WalkOn Reaction Different from the Ottobock WalkOn Reaction Plus?

Both the WalkOn Reaction and the WalkOn Reaction Plus are provide highly functional support, and are suitable for low ankle stability. However, the WalkOn Reaction Plus features a stiffer strut for those with non-functional plantar flexors, as well as several other alterations. Please consult the table below for a side-by-side comparison of the two models.

WalkOn Reaction	WalkOn Reaction Plus
Strong support for the gait cycle Mild weakness of the knee extensors (fatigue) Valgus-varus instability of the knee High energy return Low ankle stability	Mild weakness of the knee extensors Stiffer strut for those with non-functional plantar flexors Stronger support for knee extension Higher energy return in forefoot area Very low ankle stability