AFOs and 1 bad experience driving

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I find that I conserve energy if I wear my AFOs when driving long

distances. It seems to help prevent the foot-drop.... that is my

theory anyway.

In town, I once had a very bad cramp in my right foot while driving

with my AFOs. It was frightening, so I went home. The next day it

happened again, so I loosened the velcro strap and stretched and got

rid of the cramp.

For now I'm avoiding the AFOs in town, but I do need to minimize

'mindless running around.' I make my kids plan activities around

available rides and won't make extra trips to pick up items my kids

have forgotten, etc. They are learning responsibility this way, and

I'm saving wear and tear on my car, the environment, and my body!

Danita