cause of foot drop?

Answer 1

Called "Charcot's Foot", it is a type of diabetic neuropathy. The nerves that control the muscles that support the foot become damaged and do not work correctly.

This is very hard to treat. Often the person must wear a brace (looks like a walking cast), and sometimes surgery is needed in some cases, such as when the small bones within the foot fracture.

Good control of blood sugars can usually help prevent this condition, and can also stop it from getting worse. However, some people get this diabetic complication even with good control (but not many).

Make sure you are seeing an orthopedic doctor and/or surgeon for your care.

Answer 2

Reginachi's answer is right on. Also, you can increase blood flow to the peripheral arteries, and that can help sometimes. See below--

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Cinnamon
Bitter Melon
Gymnema Sylvestre
Nopal cactus
American Ginseng
Fenugreek
Chromium picolinate

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Answer 3

This happens if the foot is not supported by a board at the foot of a bed. Usually the person is not conscious, or able to move their feet. The ligament is allowed to stretch beyond normal limits.

Answer 4

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