@ray666 The mere fact that you have a podiatrist who is exceptionally knowledgeable about PN gives you an advantage. It's hard enough to find a neurologist with exceptional knowledge about PN. I have found that some doctors sort of resent patients coming up with something that they the doctor did not suggest. On the other side of the coin, you trust and rely on this doctor so you may need to evaluate his opinion. So, in your case, if he is anti AFO's, what can he suggest helping you with improved balance and prevent a fall.