Abstract: An ankle foot orthosis (“AFO”) is provided. The AFO includes an upright portion that can be attached to the user's calf. It also includes a footbed with symmetrical lateral and medial sides such that the AFO may be worn on the user's right or left foot. Further, a non-slip coating may be applied to the underside of the footbed, such that the AFO may be worn without a shoe. Additionally, the AFO may be reversibly attached to a walking boot to keep it clean and dry. A removable liner may be attached to the AFO for sanitary and comfort purposes.

Abstract: A modular orthopedic bracing system is provided. The orthopedic bracing system includes a walking boot configured to cover at least the plantar aspect of the user's foot, a support detachably connectable to the walking boot and configured to suspend the weight of the user and an ankle-foot orthosis (“AFO”) detachably connectable to the walking boot. Also disclosed is a method for supporting an injured lower extremity, which includes the steps of attaching a first support member to the patient's leg, providing a second support member for an area at or beneath the foot and posterior portion of the lower leg, providing a first upward force on the patient's leg with the first support member, providing a second upward force on the foot with the second support member. By adjusting the amounts of the first upward force and the second upward force, the foot and lower leg, supported by the AFO, may be fully suspended, partially suspended or rest completely on the foot bed of the walking boot.