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.

In 1990, Christopher Poplowski from Redwood City, California developed a joint controlled by a reciprocating teeter-totter bar. It ́s special features are its ease of movement and a unique rigid pelvic connection between the hip joints, which completely prevents undesired adduction.

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 Reciprocating Gait Orthosis is a specialized orthotic device designed to facilitate ambulation in individuals with severe lower limb paralysis or paresis. The RGO is a mechanical device that attaches to the user’s legs and provides a reciprocating motion, allowing for a more natural gait.

The L.S.U. Reciprocal Gait Orthosis (RGO) is an orthotic device that gives structural sta bility to the patient with lower trunk and lower limb paralysis while allowing, through a cable coupling system, reciprocal hip joint motion for ambulation. The device has been used at the Shriners Hospital in Springfield, Massachusetts since December, 1980.

RGO GUIDE You have received an RGO (Reciprocating Gait Orthosis) from Orthotic & Prosthetic Specialties, Inc. Your orthosis is a specialized device, and its use may require specialized instructions. These may come from your Orthotist, Therapist, …

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 …

The Reciprocating Gait Orthosis (RGO) controls motion in the torso, pelvis, and lower extremities while dynamically linking the legs to the torso to promote a natural gait. RGOs allow for hands-free standing and energy efficiency.