Foot drop
What is foot drop?
Foot drop, also called drop foot, is the inability to raise the foot at the ankle. The condition presents as a limp, weak foot that causes difficulty when walking. Foot drop causes the person to lift the afflicted foot high to allow the toes to clear the ground; this is known as steppage gait.
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Ankle Foot Orthosis (AFO)
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of members say that Ankle Foot Orthosis (AFO) is moderately to very effective
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of members taking Ankle Foot Orthosis (AFO) report moderate to severe side effects
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