Ottobock WalkOn Reaction Ankle and Foot Orthosis

For those suffering with dorsiflexion weakness or foot drop, maintaining a balanced walk can be difficult, which can put you at risk of trips and falls. The Ottobock WalkOn Reaction Ankle and Foot Orthosis stabilises the swing phase of walking and lifts the foot for a more comfortable, safer feel. With a lightweight and low-profile design, it's discreet and can be worn for extended periods of time, with a wide variety of footwear.

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.

UK Delivery Information & Fees

This product is normally dispatched by Royal Mail. The normal delivery expectation of this service is 1 to 3 working days.

When ordering before 2.00pm (Monday to Friday), your item will usually be dispatched the same working day.

We offer free delivery on all orders of £40.00 and over. On orders below £40.00, a £3.95 delivery charge is applied.

Please see our specific delivery information page for more information. For up to the minute delivery information, please call our customer care team on 020 7501 1102 who will be happy to help.

Our Guide to Finding the Perfect Size and Fit

Using Your Shoe Size

For most of our insoles, the easiest way to find the best size for you is to go off of your current shoe size. The majority of our insoles are available in a range of sizes and you can simply select the size that best fits your existing shoes.

Please be aware that, as with shoes, there can be slight variations in the size of insoles. For example a size 8 of one brand might not be exactly the same size and width as the size 8 of another. To help account for these discrepancies, a number of our insoles include dimensions to help you ensure you're getting the right size.

Measuring Your Current Insoles

While using your shoe size to find your best size is a good guide, it is not always foolproof. If you want to guarantee that your insole fit your shoes as closely as possible, we recommend measuring your existing insole and using this as a guide to your size.

To do this, please follow the steps outlined below:

1. Remove the existing insole from the shoes you wish to use your new insoles with (please note that not all insoles are removable)
2. Measure the insoles at their longest and widest points (see the below diagram for an idea of where this will be
3. Match the measurements to the dimensions of the insoles listed, and choose the size that best fits your results

Where Can I Find the Dimensions?

The dimensions for insoles can be found on the "Product Details" tab (please see below) and are usually found in the sizing section of the listing, in a table. Please be aware that not all products currently have the dimensions listed.

The dimensions of insoles can usually be found on the "Product Details" tab

What If There Are No Dimensions Listed?

If you do not see the dimensions listed on the Product Details tab, please fill in the form below and we will work to get the relevant information as quickly as possible. We will email you once we have the information that you have requested.

Trimming Your Insoles to Fit

To get the ultimate level of fit from your insoles, you can trim them to make a small adjustment. To trim your insoles, simply follow the steps below:

1. Remove your existing insoles from your shoes
2. Line up your existing and new insoles at the heel
3. Trace the outline of the insoles against the new pair at the toe end (see the image below for an example)
4. Carefully cut along the traced line
5. Your insoles should now fit your shoes better

Carefully trace the outline of your insole

Please note that not all insoles are suitable for trimming. Most insoles are unsuitable for return once they have been trimmed to fit; we recommend bearing this in mind prior to trimming.

If you would like a more detailed guide to trimming your insoles, please read our full guide on How to Trim Your Insoles.