Guest guest Posted December 17, 2002 Report Share Posted December 17, 2002 : Yes, I definitely feel that the AFOs make my ability to walk without them more difficult. I don't know that my muscles are actually weaker, I think it is that my brain function becomes more reliant on them. I try to not always wear them whenever conditions are safe enough not to - like around my house. Also, continued stretching exercises seems to help to keep my body stimulated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 17, 2002 Report Share Posted December 17, 2002 Yes, , I'm having a similar experience. I've been wearing AFOs for almost ten years now (I wasn't diagnosed until after age 50; I just accepted my parent's opinion that I was just clumsy), and have much more trouble walking without the AFOs to the point that even around the house, I'm very careful if I don't have them on. However, they don't help my balance problem. I can walk fine when I can stride at my own pace. My morning walks, for example, are done without a cane. However, I cannot stand still without support of some kind and I carry a cane if I'm in crowds where I can't always control what pace I use. However, it is a trade-off. I don't mind for the comfort and confidence I have with my AFOs on. Jacques http://www.helpwithbenefits.com CHAMBERS BENEFITS CONSULTING Jacques Chambers, CLU Benefits Consultant & Counselor 2658 Griffith Park Blvd. #290 Los Angeles, CA 90039-2520 323-665-2595 888-739-2595 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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