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Does anyone know anything about foot drop?

Brain & Nervous System | Last Active: Oct 2, 2016 | Replies (9)

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@huckabyr Thanks for providing more info on the foot drop problem I'm certainly not able to advise you medically, it sounds as if you have consulted with some good medical people already. I noticed, however, that you did not discuss any physical therapy and/or exercise program. Has that been a part of your treatment already? If not, you might look into it or if you have been involved with either of these, you may need to have a "refresher" PT and a continuing exercise plan (with your doctor's approval of course). It looks as if you have consulted with neurosurgeons in the past. Have you thought about consulting with a movement disorder specialist? They are neurologists with special training in movement disorders. While your problem is probably a result of your accident and injuries, it certainly is possible that a movement disorder specialist might be able to pick up some other neurological problem. Any family history of neurological problems like PD or MS? Just a thought, but one that might be worth a try since you are looking for answers. Once again, best wishes as you search for help!

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I attended PT three times a week for almost a year, with no improvement. I have not been back since 2015. I have no family history of any neurological disorders, sadly I am the first. The neurosurgeon that I saw at Johns Hopkins was supposed to be a finest, with treating foot drop, so when he told me that he could not help me, I became very discouraged and that's when the anxiety and depression started. Some days it's extremely hard to go on. I have tried to accept my situation. Thanks for listening!