AFOs provide gait stability, keep joints properly aligned, and help compensate for muscle weakness.
Different types of AFOs have been developed to address a patient’s individual needs.
If your foot drop is temporary, a non-custom, off-the-shelf AFO may be sufficient.
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If you notice problems, discontinue use of your ankle-foot orthosis and see your healthcare provider right away.
You may need to have your AFO adjusted.
2019;33:50. doi:10.34171/mjiri.33.50
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.Foot drop syndrome.
Southampton, UK: NIHR Journals Library.
