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Hi Margot, No, my neurosurgeon never did acknowledge the fact that my back surgery was the cause of my dropped feet. I presumed that it was the cause of my drop feet since it (drop feet) happened shortly after my surgery. I will add that I just had a nerve conduction test given by a neurologist. The results firmly stated that my surgery was not the cause of my dropped feet. So, I am now presuming that it is genetic in nature. My dad had “neuropathy” that was probably never correctly diagnosed. Wish I could have given you more positive information to help you with the cause of your foot drop. This is not fun to deal with! Good luck in your quest for more knowledge.
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Really interesting Cordy as I had several EMGs that horribly painful nerve tests and my surgery never referenced my surgery being the cause. My father like yours had neuropathy and wore a brace like yours.
I’ll send you a photo of my leg braces that are much lighter or more ergonomic than yours that look super clunky. I do like that you deserve something lighter.
My braces are black and made of a composite material that can be cut/shaped to my needs.
Regarding shoes.... that’s been my constant challenge as I’m refusing, even at 72 years old, to wear ugly shoes. I’ve had to go a 1/2 size larger and will get a wide if they are available. I also wear custom slip-in orthotics on top of the flat foot bottom of my braces.
Send me your email address for me to send the photos of my braces, orthotics separately and on my legs.