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Foot Drop

Hi docmy aunt has a foot drop for over 2 and 1/2yrs shes has been given that brace 2 ware(ARO) now can u plz tell me is there any other option ,and does the brace have 2 b worn the whole day?is there chances of her foot recovery?plz reply soon


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    Terry Robinson PT

    9 10

    The brace is called an AFO (ankle/foot orthosis) and should be worn when she is up and walking about to keep her foot in a functional position in aiding her to walk. She should ask the physician if her nerve damage is permanant. Chances are she may have to wear the brace for ever.

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