drop foot can any one give me advice/information please?

Question

since iv had back surgery to relive sciatica iv been left with a numb and tingling foot which is quite sore im wearing a foot brace and attending phsio i know its know as foot drop but i have no other infomation on it what can i do to make it better so i dont walk with a lopsided limp as im getting really depressed and concionces of it (sp)

Answer 1

Foot drop is a medical sign for the nerve not working, the muscle not working or an anatomical problem. I would guess your's is due to the nerve. Peripheral nerves do regrow so since you've had surgery to relieve the pressure on your sacral nerve, give it time and attend the physical therapy and you'll see improvements.

Answer 2

Yes you definitely need to be seeing a neurologist they can tell which which tests would benefit you most. It could maybe be nerve damage from the tumor or the tumor coming back, or it could be a number of other problems. Only a neurologist or a neurosurgeon can help you. As for now stay calm and be careful when walking or on the stairs. Stay safe and get better!

Answer 3

don't give up my brother in law had something similar to what you describe (foot drop) and it took time and patience but he's back to his normal self still as miserable as ever but his leg and foot are great lorie p.s. for medical info try looking up the( cdc)they have lots of great information

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Answer 5

You may want to read this article http://nitzitry.notlong.com/ i found, will be useful also has info on different treatments and should help with your depression. And some natural remedies which will help cheer people up.

Answer 6

I hope these links help you. Good Luck, hun

http://www.walkaide.com/

http://www.themcfox.com/multiple-sclerosis/ms-symptoms/foot-drop.htm

http://www.spineuniverse.com/displayarticle.php/article2620.html

http://www.healthline.com/galecontent/foot-drop


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