Originally Posted by Erin524

I've been reading about foot drop. This flare that I've got has all the symptoms of foot drop. So, I'm a bit worried. I'm going to call my neuro tomorrow and see if I can go see him because this is really freaking me out.

I want to ask him about an AFO (ankle foot orthotic brace) or two, since both legs are numb. Just wondering if anyone here has ever used one and what they were like.

Anyone know if you can drive while wearing an AFO? Especially a stick shift??

I know I've only been taking the 'roids for two days, but this is really worrying me a lot. Some of the numbness let up last night for a few hours, but now it's back, and I can feel more in the left leg, which wasnt as bad yesterday. (it's been mostly the right leg since this started) I've almost fallen down a couple of times, which scares the crap right out of me.

So, anyone here who might have used an AFO, any comments about them? Are they comfortable? What kind did you use? How much do they cost? Still using one?? Anyone ever use the AFO's that electrically stimulate the nerves?