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My foot turns in inverts and slaps the floor if i try to run. dr thought might be dystonia. can it also be action myocolus from serotonin(ssris)?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Weakness?: Seems like the muscles that bring the ankle up are somewhat weak and unable to hold the ankle up when running. I would seek medical evaluation to see what is the cause of the weakness.

Answered 9/29/2016

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Bracing: Your inverted and weak foot can be controlled with custom AFO (ankle foot orthotic) that can be fitted to your shoe.

Dr Singer agreed

Answered 7/6/2015

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