Balance issues

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Hi y'all;

I feel that the inputs as to

position, amount of force etc., are not getting to the

brain. I still have sensation in my toes but I need to

touch a wall, carry a cane in the dark, even to stand

still. When I say touch, thats just what I mean, not

lean or support myself, just touch.

I have had my AFOs one week, I still wobble just a

wee bit, but have been navigating in the dark, on ice

and snow, WITHOUT A CANE, I occasionally look real

stupid when I list for no apparent reason but I

recover quite well. Yes crowds make it worse, and I'm

better at my own pace. My AFOs are articulated (have a

hinge) and are spring loaded to assist dorsal flexion

(lifting my toes), also are heavily posted at the heel

to assist in balance and take the twist out of my

foot. I was told that research proved this to be the

proper approach.

Almost like on a rail!

Jim Nash in Ohio