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A member asked:
How do doctors determine a level of foot drop? when you are sitting? standing?
5 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
Not sure about level: I am not sure about the level of foot drop, but the way i evaluated foot drop is by having pt walk and see how if the foot drags or slaps on the floor. I hope i got the question right. Low profile spring braces are available on the market that really help patients with foot drop. If you see a podiatrist, they can help you with that.
Answered 9/21/2013
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Walking: At least to me. As i wantto know the effect while ambulating....If the foot slaps on the floor if the patient can ambulate without falling etc...
Answered 9/28/2016
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Foot Drop: Observing you walk (gait) and manual muscle testing to determine your strength.
Answered 4/16/2014
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Are with previos: Answers only to add your doctor may order a nerve conduction study.
Answered 8/29/2013
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