Guest guest Posted June 24, 2009 Report Share Posted June 24, 2009 HI, I took to a podiatrist today for his walking problem. He said it is achille's tendon and he wants to fit him for leg braces and start physical therapy again. Does anyone have experience with braces? He said the casting might be hard to do. gets very scared and panics. I forgot to ask him how long and complicated the casting for braces is. Any idea? Honestly I think will just refuse to walk in them. He can be very subborn as you probably all understand. Terry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 24, 2009 Report Share Posted June 24, 2009 Hi, My daughter needed casts for both legs. Casting each leg took about 15 minutes (each). I was suprised. The first few days were horrible, though, as she adjusted to wearing them. They did suggest Benadryl and/or Motrin and both worked wonders (used seperately and sparingly or as needed). After about the 7th day I didn't need the medicine. The leg was needing to adjust as well. She needed to wear the casts for 3 weeks. They come off tomorrow. Hurray!!! The orthopedic doctor said it was either this, surgery now, or hip replacement in the future (if this is not addressed now). What is 's walking problem? Zoe's problem was that she never stepped down on her heal as she walked. The area between where her feet and legs join did not develop properly. How old is ? Zoe adjusted fine to walking in the casts. They go from the top of her calves to the beginning portion of her toes. Virginia ________________________________ To: Sent: Wednesday, June 24, 2009 5:17:56 PM Subject: Re: leg braces HI, I took to a podiatrist today for his walking problem. He said it is achille's tendon and he wants to fit him for leg braces and start physical therapy again. Does anyone have experience with braces? He said the casting might be hard to do. gets very scared and panics. I forgot to ask him how long and complicated the casting for braces is. Any idea? Honestly I think will just refuse to walk in them. He can be very subborn as you probably all understand. Terry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 24, 2009 Report Share Posted June 24, 2009 The casting for AFOs or SMOs is not long. Our orthotist uses a very quick-setting material and it takes about a minute or two tops for each foot. tolerates it decently, even with major sensory issues, but if we had to, it's something we could hold him down and force if needed. walks so much better in them and thus really prefers to use them. But he's had them since he was tiny, so I'm sure that helps. Good luck! Beth Re: leg braces HI, I took to a podiatrist today for his walking problem. He said it is achille's tendon and he wants to fit him for leg braces and start physical therapy again. Does anyone have experience with braces? He said the casting might be hard to do. gets very scared and panics. I forgot to ask him how long and complicated the casting for braces is. Any idea? Honestly I think will just refuse to walk in them. He can be very subborn as you probably all understand. Terry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 24, 2009 Report Share Posted June 24, 2009 Virginia, is turning 12 tomorrow. He also does not stop down on his heels. Do they always have to keep the casts on before getting the braces? I thought it was just for getting the measurements. Terry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 25, 2009 Report Share Posted June 25, 2009 Hi Terry, My son, , has trouble too when being measured for orthotics. A couple of things that have helped during this process is bringing a portable DVD player with some favorite videos (which diverts 's attention), as well as preferred books or toys. Also- the orthotist's assistant and myself are ready to hold 's hands and legs if necessary, while the orthotist takes the measurements and does the casting (which is generally done quickly). I would contact as many local orthotists in your area to see which ones have experience with special needs children and explain 's needs in advance so that everyone involved is aware of what to potentially expect. I have to say that the orthotics have made a huge difference for (he has had both AFOs and SMOs), so it is worth all of the effort. Good luck and prayers coming your way. Best, Mom to , 5 yrs. old DS-PDD/NOS To: From: terese11@... Date: Wed, 24 Jun 2009 18:17:56 -0400 Subject: Re: leg braces HI, I took to a podiatrist today for his walking problem. He said it is achille's tendon and he wants to fit him for leg braces and start physical therapy again. Does anyone have experience with braces? He said the casting might be hard to do. gets very scared and panics. I forgot to ask him how long and complicated the casting for braces is. Any idea? Honestly I think will just refuse to walk in them. He can be very subborn as you probably all understand. Terry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 27, 2009 Report Share Posted June 27, 2009 My son has worn AFO's for a number of years. The measuring neccesary took maybe a half hour . The braces themselves - first were ankle high but now are full legs AFOs. Elie adapted to them very easily since his legs immediately flet better (I think - since he cananot tell me). > > > > HI, > > I took to a podiatrist today for his walking problem. He said it is > achille's tendon and he wants to fit him for leg braces and start physical > therapy again. Does anyone have experience with braces? He said the casting > might be hard to do. gets very scared and panics. I forgot to ask > him how long and complicated the casting for braces is. Any idea? Honestly I > think will just refuse to walk in them. He can be very subborn as > you probably all understand. > > Terry > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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