When initially developed, the Reciprocating Gait Orthosis (RGO) was designed to treat children sufering from spina bifida with myelomeningocele, (a structural defect in the spine at birth). Better prenatal nutrition across the globe has led to a decline in these types of birth defects.

What is a reciprocating gait orthosis (RGO)? An RGO allows the user to create reciprocal (forward and backward) movement of the legs, and to regulate their gait while walking. It is meant to assist those with paralysis of the lower trunk, hips and lower extremities stand and walk.

A Reciprocating Gait Orthosis (RGO) is a type of orthopaedic device used to aid individuals with mobility impairments, particularly those with lower limb weaknesses or paralysis. The primary purpose of an RGO is to help a patient to walk by providing support to …

A reciprocating gait orthosis (RGO) (Fig. 23.5) is a HKAFO that uses a mechanical system that connects the two sides of the brace by an isocentric bar (IRGO), double cable (LSU RGO from Louisiana State University), or single push–pull cable system (advanced RGO [ARGO] developed by Hugh Steeper, Ltd.). 41,76,110,174 Regardless of the mechanism ...

A unique type of HKAFO is a reciprocating gait orthosis (RGO). This type of orthosis allows a more normalised reciprocating gait pattern. With an RGO, one leg can pass in front of the other, creating a more typical pelvic rotation. Populations who would benefit from an RGO include patients with weakness in the lower limbs and the following:

Reciprocating gait orthosis (RGO), which originated in Canada for children with spina bifida, consist of a pair of KAFOs with solid ankles, locking the knee joints, and legs and thigh straps. Each leg of the brace is attached to a pelvic unite with a …

The Reciprocating Gait Orthosis (RGO) is an orthotic device that is designed to assist with hip extension when the patient has weak or non-functioning hip extensors. It incorporates bilateral Knee Ankle Foot orthoses (KAFOs) with a thoracic extension and hip joint, in conjunction with a reciprocating mechanism and external walking aides such as ...

The RGO is designed to permit a reciprocal gait using a cable coupling system which supplies trunk and limb support for the paraplegic individual. Basically, the RGO consists of bilateral long leg braces (KAFO’s) with a rigid pelvic band and hip joints coupled by …

Today, advancements with carbon fiber bracing have made the RGO a lighter weight orthosis and it is now made of more comfortable and moveable materials. “An RGO is a specific type of HKAFO that provides a reciprocating action.

To permit reliable walking and standing, the orthosis must hold and control foot position, as well as support the leg (via the condyles if required) and restrict hip movement in flexion/extension and adduction/abduction. Because of the lack of hip muscles in flexion/extension, a reciprocating mechanism is needed to control hip joint movement.