Guest guest Posted May 31, 2003 Report Share Posted May 31, 2003 Hi , I've posted several times in the past, but not recently. I am an RN and had been doing fairly well up until 4 months ago. I was fitted for an AFO on my left leg this past March. I urge you to ask your physician to write you a prescription for physical therapy, not for exercises, but to allow the therapist to help you get accustomed to your AFOs. It would probably take no more than 3-4 visits max. It certainly helped me. The best shoe recommendations that I have found are New Balance shoes or SAS (San Shoes). Both types come in wide widths to accommodate an AFO. I normally wear a size 4B, but had to go to a 5 WW in the SAS. I do have to say that I have much more stability now when walking and so far have not fallen yet or even tripped. I know it is much more trying when you are adjusting to AFOs on both legs, my mother just had her 2nd AFO made last week, but she is doing better and she is 73yr. old. For balance you might try using a cane or even a walker until you get used to them. Hi Heidi, Are you sure your shoes are wide enough? It should not be that hard getting your AFOs into your shoes. I also have significant weakness in both of my hands and I do not find it difficult to put the AFO inside my shoe. Also it is much easier to put the AFO inside the shoe first, then put your foot/leg into the AFO/shoe. Your AFO's may need to be adjusted as they should not be making your toes hurt. Just suggestions that might help! Blair Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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