Ankle foot orthoses (AFOs) are a common treatment option for the care of persons with physical and neurological disorders. Although orthotists spend more time and effort providing AFOs than any other type of orthoses, little is known about their effects on balance among users.This course is intended to help learners answer important clinical questions, such as "to what extent do the AFOs that I provide my patient facilitate or compromise their balance?" or "how might I quantify and document the effectiveness of AFOs I provide?" This course will help to enhance your understanding of postural control and improve your ability to assess your patients' balance.