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Mobility made possible.
Tectus®
Walk fluidly, walk safely, and walk all day using Tectus®.
Tectus® is a slim, lightweight microprocessor-controlled orthosis. A lifechanging, intelligent orthotic that allows people with impaired mobility, due to partial paralysis in their lower limbs, to walk again. Instead of a locked knee brace, cane or wheelchair, this system provides the freedom to participate in regular daily activities.
- Mobility Level: All activity levels
- IP Rating: IP54
- Battery Life: Up to 18 hours continuous use
Regain Mobility and Independence
Tectus® gives the user the ability to take part in activities like walking their dog, taking public transport, going to music festivals, attending sporting events, travel, and other normal daily activities.
Technical Info
Technical Info
- Mobility Level: All activity levels
- IP Rating: IP54
- Battery Life: Up to 18 hours continuous use
- Min User Weight: 50kg/110.2lbs/12st 2.2lbs
- Max. User Weight: 100kg/220.5lbs/15st 10.5lbs**
- Hip Flexion: 2+, Oxford scale
- Tectus® Module Weight: 660g /1lb 7oz
- Charger Type: Magnetic
- Charging Time: 2 hours
Scroll down to see key features of the Tectus® microprocessor KAFO 👇👇👇
Key Features
Key Features
Tectus® Resources
Patient Case Study
Meet Alfie Scott, Tectus® wearer and Blatchford product advocate:
Alfie had a left knee injury and ruptured left Achilles tendon. After multiple orthopaedic surgeries, Alfie has chronic sciatica hip pain from unsymmetrical walking with a locked KAFO (resolved with the Tectus®). Click the button below to read Alfie's case study.
More True Stories...
Madeline
Madeline from Bergen became a wheelchair user in 2019 after complications from surgery left her paralysed on her left side. She was told she might never walk again. When she discovered Tectus®, she found hope – and with strength training and determination, she regained mobility and independence. Today, she can walk her dog, explore the outdoors, and spend time with friends.
Aili
Aili, from Bergen, Norway, was diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), which limited her mobility for years. In 2025, her independence was restored with Tectus®, a slim, lightweight, microprocessor-controlled orthosis that supports stability, reduces effort, and helps patients regain confidence in their mobility.
Introducing SMARTSTEP®
SMARTSTEP® is our cutting-edge digital care management platform developed exclusively by Blatchford and built into our prosthetic and orthotic devices.
Designed to provide Healthcare Professionals and wearers with access to detailed device data to improve outcomes, reduce rehab times and simplify care delivery.
Reimbursement L-Codes
The L-Code below can be used for reimbursement when purchasing Tectus®.
Code: L2006
Description: Knee Ankle Foot Device, any material, single or double upright, swing and stance phase microprocessor control with adjustability, includes all components (e.g., sensors, batteries, charger), any type activation, with or without ankle joint(s), custom fabricated.
Frequently asked question about Tectus®
Below are some of the most commonly asked questions about our brand new Tectus® device. If you have a question that isn't answered below, please reach out to us by emailing [email protected] and we'll be sure to get back to you with an answer.
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What is Tectus®?
Tectus® is an orthotic device, that enables people with partial lower limb paralysis to walk more easily, naturally, and comfortably with increased confidence and safety.
Tectus® combines a custom-made Knee, Ankle, Foot Orthosis with the Tectus® knee module to create a microprocessor controlled knee hinged KAFO with swing and stance phase control.
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How does Tectus® work?
The orthosis provides stability and support to the wearer. The Tectus® device uses its complex system of spring, hydraulic, sensor and microprocessor technology to enable natural walking.
The multiple sensors detect the wearer’s movement and automatically makes adjustments to the hinged knee unit. The hydraulic mechanism provides controlled resistance which ensures the wearer walks safely on different terrains and alters the resistance for stairs and sitting to give the wearer complete control.
The combination of the spring assist feature and the microprocessor-controlled hydraulics allows the wearer to walk further and more easily (ref1).
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What conditions can it be used to treat?
Tectus® can be effective in treating wearers with:
- Spinal injuries with lower limb paralysis
- Neurological conditions with resultant muscle weakness
- Orthopaedic injuries with resultant nerve damage.
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Is Tectus® the same as other leg KAFOs on the market?
No.
Tectus® is a unique, semi-automatic, microprocessor knee module that incorporates Blatchford’s Performance Response TechnologyTM - a complex system of spring, hydraulic, sensor and microprocessor technology to improve the gait cycle of any Tectus® wearer. This results
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What is the battery life of Tectus®?
Tectus® will last for a full day of average use^.
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Is Tectus® waterproof?
The Tectus® module is IP54 rated. Being caught in the rain is not a problem, but the brace is not suitable for showering, paddling or being soaked in water.
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How long does it take to fully charge Tectus®?
Tectus® takes 2 hours to fully charge from a flat battery.
It is recommended before charging that you lay the Tectus® KAFO down in a horizontal position (on a flat surface or floor), with the knee module facing upwards and with 5 degrees of knee flexion so that it is secure and does not roll over.
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Is Tectus® SMARTSTEP™ enabled?
Yes, the Tectus® microprocess KAFO is SMARTSTEP™ enabled by default. You can learn more about SMARTSTEP™ by clicking here.
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Can I try out the Tectus® brace before purchasing?
There is a Tectus® Evaluation Brace (TEB) available to clinicians for patient testing purposes.
Professionals: Please contact your Blatchford sales rep for further information.
Patients: Please contact your Orthotist for advice on Tectus® suitability.
Tectus® is protected in UK/EUR by Patent No 2566310. Tectus® is protected in USA by Patent No 11246723.
* Multi-functional ankle joint shown is for illustrative purposes only
** Total weight capability i.e. including weight carried
^ Up to 18 hours of continuous use
Find out more about Tectus®
“The Tectus® KAFO is an amazing piece of kit. It's really a game changer for patients who are currently unable to walk in a safe & controlled manner.”
- Steve Seccombe, Chief Clinical Officer