Do you use a cane with your AFO?

[Guest guest]

Hi everyone, I have drop foot in my left foot and have been wearing a plastice

AFO for almost two years. I am 59 and just wear one AFO. I have finally come

across an orthotist that really cares and wants to help. This is more than I

can say unfortunately about the other three that I have met.

My question is does anyone use a cane with the AFO too? My left ankle/foot

sometimes need a little more help. I am left handed and the CMT definetly

affects my left foot, leg and hand. Thanks for reading this and answering.

Sometimes I get perplexe because I don't feel secure even with the AFO on. I am

suppose to be trying another one this week by Otto Bock. I will keep everyone

posted. I appreciate all the info.

Blessings,

Elaine

[Guest guest]

Hi Elaine,

I wear bilateral AFOs and find it very helpful to use a cane. I feel much more

secure, although I fought using one. For long distances I like my forearm

crutches (walkeasy.com) they are very light weight and they come in many colors.

Right now I must use them both when I do not have my AFOs on as I am too wobbly

" drop feet " and my jiggly thighs . . .

I was extremely self conscious for a long time, little by little I am getting

better about it as I really don't have a choice. My current walkeasy's are

black. When I get to a more confident point I would love the lime green for

summer, since flip flops are out of the question, I'm trying to find a way to

accessorize!

Take Care,

Kim