Drop Foot Treatment Process
TREATMENT PROCESS
This is my current treatment process for patients with drop foot.
- 1st Visit - Evaluate your condition, review x-rays, and perform a walking evaluation to determine the cause of your drop foot. Review different drop foot braces and use of physical therapy for strengthening.
- Orthotics - Orthotics are useful to stabilize the heel position, help with posture and reduce excess movement of the foot that can increase stress on the foot.
- Physical Therapy - Can be used to strengthen the foot and help with balance.
- Brace - Drop foot brace can be used to help with walking and balance. This is covered by insurance normally and fits in your shoes.
COMMON QUESTIONS
- Will my drop foot resolve? If this is caused by a stroke does not typically resolve. If is due to a nerve injury it may recover but if not improved over a year is most likely permanent.
RESOURCES
- Foam Rolling Exercises - Instructional video for foam rolling.
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Shoe Recommendations - Here are my shoe recommendations and shoe-related resources.
- Drop Foot Brace - This a brace to help reduce foot drop and tripping.
AMAZON RESOURCES
- Drop Foot Devices - There are some devices to help with drop foot that can attach to you shoe.
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