The notch and flanges (either medial or lateral) allow corrective positioning of the rearfoot, usually without the necessity of adding other extrinsic materials. They guide the subtalar joint at heel strike towards pronation or supination as the case may dictate, allowing the midtarsal joint to fully lock through midstance allowing for resupination and proper propulsion.

The notch also frees the orthotic to generate greater torsion, thus greater flexion-extension, to maximize the transfer of forces in the manner desired leading to optimal muscle efficiency throughout the gait cycle. The proper channeling of these forces, intrinsic to the design of the orthotic, is a key factor in requiring little or no extrinsic material to guide or control foot positioning.

Ensures that the midtarsal joint axes’ stay locked in their proper position for maximum muscular efficiency of the foot for resupination before heading into the propulsion phase. The flexion of the orthotic generated at the arch can be adjusted to meet the specific needs of each patient.

Provide corrective positioning of the metatarsophalangeal joints and the remaining forefoot. Together with the flanges, they also allow for stabilization and positional self-adjustment of the orthotic in the event of positional shifts while in motion.

All Cryos Orthotic are made with a proprietary polymer modified to enhance its strength, flexibility and flexion-extension memory. These properties further increase the intrinsic torsion that can be generated through the transfer of forces during gait. Also, this material makes for a particularly resilient orthotic.