Question 1

has anyone ever experianced foot drop after vaginal hyst?

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No: Hello:

foot drop is a condition that is related to a neurological problem with the posterior tibial muscle and requires a timely evaluation by a podiatrist.

Mark reed, dpm
diplomat of the american board of podiatric surgery
website: http://www.Footpain.Org.

Question 2

what causes foot drop? i just had a vaginal hysterectomy.

Accepted Answer

The M ost  Common...: Cause of foot drop is a compression injury or trauma to the common peroneal nerve which lies to the outside of the head of the fibula, which is below the knee.  It is possible, that during the hysterectomy, that one of the spinal roots was affected (l4) but highly unlikely.  It could be resultant from anesthesia or other factors.  Discuss with your surgeon.

Question 3

since my vaginal hysterectomy i have foot drop how do i deal with this?

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Neuro and P.T.: If you have not seen a neurologist, you probably should.  Physical therapy will also likely be quite helpful in regaining function.

Question 4

is foot drop an emergency?

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Foot drop. : Foot drop can be a manifestation of potentially serious conditions. I would personally consider it as an emergency !

Question 5

what are the tests for foot drop?

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Initial steps: Would consider MRI of lumbar spines to R/O disc compression of L-5 nerve root, EMG to distinguish compression of sciatic or peroneal nerves, and based upon results perhaps series of blood studies looking for causation.  However, involvement of spinal cord or brain, for example Multiple Sclerosis, could also present this way, and MRI imaging would guide the way.

Question 6

what are the symptoms of foot drop?

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Climbing stairs.: Typically, there is an inability to lift the top part of you foot and toes upward toward your face. The toes tend to drag on the floor when walking. There may or may not be numbness along with the weakness on the top of the foot an toes.

Question 7

is there any solution for foot drop?

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Many options.: Treatment depends on the underlying cause.  Surgical intervention may be of benefit in cases of  spinal disc herniation.  In case of trauma, others may need repair or grafting of the nerve.  For some the walkaide system, which is a functional electrical stimulation device, can be helpful.  Others may benefit with a drop foot brace.  Get evaluated and get the proper referrals.

Question 8

what are the complications of foot drop?

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Falling: Foot drop causes dragging of leg, and rather easy to trip and fall if gets caught.  The patient is best advised to wear a supportive brace to keep foot elevated, but traditional cowboy boots can also help.

Question 9

is there any cure for foot drop?

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Yes: If from peroneal nerve compression, it often resolves on its own over time.  In some cases surgical decompression (of either the peroneal nerve or L5 nerve root) may help considerably.  If all else fails, there are devices that will stimulate the foot dorsiflxion muscles..

Question 10

foot drop shoes

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Foot Drop Shoes: The only shoe type I have ever found useless for some of my patients with drop foot is some stable heel. Since it is hard to lift your foot past ankle neutral, the heel makes it easier to move from heel lift to propulsion. For a guy, probably cowboy boots would be the best, or dansko clog type shoes. Dr rich blake.

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