What is Drop Foot? Foot Drop Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment.

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Learn more about foot drop: www.saebo.com/blog/foot-drop-causes-symptoms-treatment/ www.saebo.com/blog/how-to-find-afo-brace-foot-drop/ www.saebo.com/blog/get-back-feet-exercises-foot-drop/

[@Mrz.PrettyEyezz91]

I developed footdrop cuz i have MS. I am wheelchair bound.my foot is starting to curve inward and its upsetting.but i try to keep my faith

[@SaeboInc]

Charista, we sorry to hear that. However, wearing a positioning orthotic and using electrical stimulation may help you avoid the positioning you are reporting. Try looking at the height of your foot rests too, this can cause premature positional changes if not set properly. Also, there is a great story of recovery from MS by Dr. Terry Wahls. If you haven't heard of her, maybe she can be a point of help and inspiration for you. - Dr Scott

[@colleenpellant1484]

I was diagnosed with drop foot in June 2020. I'm still completely numb down my right leg, foot and toes. I'm having severe bowel problems and noticed numbness in the saddle area as well. My Orthopedic Surgeon is performing a Coccygectomy but I believe I need decompression surgery as well.

[@ivangerardopichardo9152]

Hi Colleen. I also have foot drop on my left foot. After being in UCI for 3 weeks due to covid. I have numbness in my let side of the left calf plus my left feet and toes. Have you visited a Neurologist?

[@JillianNoelle]

I had compartment syndrome and had foot drop. With PT and an a AFO brave it corrected itself.

[@SaeboInc]

I'm glad you had such great recovery! That could have been a difficult road for you. I bet there are tons of stroke survivors that would love to here your success story, the people in our stroke survivor support group on Facebook. facebook.com/groups/SaeboStrokeSupport/?multi_permalinks=1269087776758031 - Dr Scott

[@JoseLopez-yx4et]

I have foot dop caused by new tight shoes .. i felt fine a few days after with minimal pain on top of my foot. On the 3rd day i decided to sleep with an ankle brace and and thats when i woke up with a developed foot drop. Its been 5 days, pain is very minimal, i am beqrly able to felx my calf muscles and there is swelling ontop of the ankle.

[@SaeboInc]

We are sorry to hear that you've recently developed foot drop, but hope that the videos in this series will help you on your road to recovery. Also, don't forget to look at our electrical stimulation products (SaeboStim One; SaeboStim Pro) and the SaeboStep AFO for assistance in your recovery. Good luck, and thanks for reaching out!

[@nojusticenopeace6275]

I'm currently in the same situation...did your foot drop heal and go away?

[@DOGLOVERMACON]

It can also be caused from neurological damage caused by a vitamin B12 deficiency. Have lab work done to check your B12 levels, folks.

[@manishchoudhary4525]

At the age of 11 I had GBS ( Guillain barre syndrome ) in 2017 where my body was fully paralysed. I was in ICU for 3 months with ventilator in India. After that in 2018 I recovered my self fully expect my ankle's dorsiflexion movement. Till today's date I am having physiotherapy treatment but there is not success. If you give me advice It will be a lot to me.

[@nazmimurtezai2777]

Very good theory , explained. Would it be nice if you had visual picture or live . Thanks!!!

[@SaeboInc]

Thank you for the feedback! We are working on it!

[@jivydremsa509]

After working on my knees and with legs pinched continuously for hours (kneeling in awkward ways) I was unable to lift my right foot off the ground. It has been a few weeks since then and my foot has improved. I am able to lift my foot off the ground, however I am unable to sustain much weight that presses against my foot. So my foot can lift, but it is very, very weak. I am not sure that all muscles are engaged when I’m trying to lift my foot. Also, periodically I feel an uncomfortable sensation in the lower front muscle of that same leg that feels like it’s pulsating, similar to a sleepy muscle, but not really tingly. I appreciate any insight you have to share with this situation I’m going through. Thank you!

[@SaeboInc]

Jivy, you are experiencing the typical compression signs. After sitting/kneeling for a long period of time, I have that same tingling/pulsing feeling in my feet. It should go away, but if not you need to see a neurologist. Definitely check out the beginning foot drop exercise video I made. It'll help you get on your way to recovery. Good luck! - Dr. Scott

[@danielprice9938]

I had my nerve cut off or damaged in surgery of a herniated disc and now have foot drop do to the surgery so physical therapy and everything has come up with nothing and it still won’t budge I can’t even gut my toes to point up or move at all it’s like I m disabled with my foot now and I can’t get any help at all and I don’t think people get how hard it is living with this condition as serious as it is with me and it sucks !

[@SaeboInc]

So sorry to hear that! Check out all our free resources on foot drop. We have blogs, exercises, and tips. Also, don't forget to check SaeboStep foot drop brace!

[@thebraceletsisters.]

Would the electrical stimulation device be any help for someone with footdrop and a contracted ankle? I was told it would not be helpful if her foot would not flex upward past 90 degrees.

[@SaeboInc]

I'm an endless optimist, and never say never. I wouldn't go with the rule of thumb that you have to have 90 degrees of motion, for the contracture could be caused by shortened tissue and not something like a misaligned or fused bone. I'd definitely give it a try. We have a 30-day money back guarantee in the US, so try it out and see if it works for you. www.saebo.com. - Dr Scott

[@Baljeet808]

Dr. Scott, My brother had a foot drop, it happened in Oct, 2017. The MRI was done and doctor said it is because of nerve compression. We live in Canada, we went to many doctors that are specilist for foot treatment. ONE of doctors said nothing is going to happen even the surgery is not going to help. we went to another doctor and he said there are 33% chance of improvement if surgery will be placed. The surgery was done in Oct 2018. There were no improvement whatsoever. It has been almost four years my brother is having this foot drop. Is there any hope if it can be fixed? we are very streesed and worried and my brother is only 40 yrs old.

[@SaeboInc]

Truthfully, I cannot give you a definitive answer. There are a lot of factors that play into someone's recovery. Have you had nerve conduction tests performed or had an EMG biofeedback test performed? That might help you figure out if signals can travel in the nerves and if there are signals that you just can't see visually...well, not yet. I'll keep my fingers crossed! - Dr. Scott Thompson, OTD

[@drvivekambedkar-cuttisplas8367]

I am doing same tendon transfer surgery

[@timholloway8821]

Both my feet are numb from. The top down into my toes, and I can't raise my toes or my foot upwards and it flops when I walk. I'm going to see a neurologist in two weeks, I have other symptoms now such as vertigo, chronic pain, and terrible fatigue and lethargy. I hope it's not MS, but it surely sounds like it.

[@SaeboInc]

Tim, that sounds like a tough ordeal. I'm sorry you have to go through that. I recommend that when you go to the neurologist, don't tell him you think it's MS, this might persuade him to think it is rather than deductive reasoning. I would also suggest trying out SaeboStim Pro. It has muscular and sensory electrical stimulation bulit in. Good luck! - Dr. Scott Thompson, OTD

[@rahinivenkat8301]

Hi, I have got foot drop on my left foot. I'm a healthy individual with no history of surgery or any other medical condition. I had my covishield vaccination on June 12 2021 and got my pain in the knee next day . After a week time I got foot drop. What would be the reason for my foot drop ? I do foot drop exercise 4 hours a day. When will I recover . Any one pls comment if u know the reason for my foot drop condition.

[@SaeboInc]

Rahini, without a thorough neurological exam and a bunch of tests, I wouldn't be able to give you the answer you are looking for. However, nerves can be affected for many reasons and peripheral nerves recover slowly. Don't give up and keep doing your exercises. Seeking the advice or a 2nd opinion of a nerve specialist might give you some insight into your condition. Keep up the good work! - Dr. Scott Thompson, OTD

[@henryhoffman7368]

Very helpful!

[@SaeboInc]

Glad it was helpful! - Dr Scott

[@vittorja]

After being in hospital for 2 months in a kind of coma due to withdrawals of some medications I woke up having bilateral foot drop. Do you think it will ever go away? My neurologist said she's optimistic, since I'm just 21. But I feel hopeless, as if all my life is ruined.

[@SaeboInc]

I'm sorry to hear of your journey in the hospital and the resulting foot drop issues you now have. I can't give you professional input on IF you will recover, but what I can do is suggest to you that you look into our SaeboStep brace as well as using electrical stimulation like the SaeboStim Pro to help with sensation, strength, and pain in your lower legs. Keep us posted on your journey! Feel free to call one of our representatives to help you with trialing our products. 888-284-5433. - Dr Scott

[@aytenalqahtani3588]

How’s your foot now,?

[@johntrelore1316]

Iv had foot drop for 26 year's now I got it after back surgery I slap my foot down when I walk I get serious pain in my foot from the damaged nerve just wondering if I could do anything to get rid of it

[@jjm2069]

Can you get the Dorsiflexion back if you fractured the ankle some time ago? Or is it too late to rehab an issue like this?

[@SaeboInc]

It depends on what happened post fracture during the healing phase and how much range of motion you have, or could achieve. It also depends on if you have the nerve innervation to control all the muscles you need for proper dorsiflexion. I suggest you contact a local orthopedic physical or occupational therapist to assess and give you your options. Good luck! - Dr. Scott

[@crystalmair9457]

I have neurofibromatosis wondering if what have is foot drop , my left leg kinda does that it will give out, and it will in voluntary lift up on its on when walking, and sometimes feels like my leg is having spasms

[@SaeboInc]

Learn more about foot drop here www.saebo.com/foot-drop/

[@changminluvr5956]

im 14 and i think i have this :( while walking home from school i noticed i was walking weirdly and then the next day i couldnt move the top part of my foot at all, resulting in me falling over alot. its been 4 days and its still the same. i think it was caused by me crossing my legs because thats how i always sit in school, do you know how long it will take to get back to normal?

[@SaeboInc]

Unfortunately, I can't suggest how long it will last - as everyone's condition is different. You posted this a little while ago, so if you haven't seen a resolve by now, please seek professional attention with this matter. Please let us know if we can assist you in your recovery. - Dr Scott

[@patientking3005]

thank you

[@SaeboInc]

You're welcome. - Dr Scott Thompson, OTD

[@coopermikhael]

I have drop foot and my foot suck in a downward position can’t even lift it with my hands

[@SaeboInc]

Dr. Scott is preparing a series of videos on drop foot, so hopefully there will be some useful information for you. If your ankle is contracted, and will not flex, you need to see a PT or OT or chiropractor to assist. You might also want to see a podiatrist for anything else wrong with your foot (calluses, toe nail issues, circulation issues, etc.). We wish you the best of luck in your recovery.

[@coopermikhael]

Saebo, Inc. Thank you so much

[@Unknown-bo9sq]

After playing football i am unable to lift the front part of my foot. I was fine while playing but after sometime this syptom started to grow. At first when i noticed it, i could lift the front part a bit but with a littile pain but as time went i am now completely unable to lift the front part to the extent where it doesn't even pain or there is just a minor pain if i try.....it has been 3 hours since i returned home after playing.... Please help with some advice and suggestions for what it could be (Sorry for my english) Thank you

[@SaeboInc]

As you hopefully saw on the video, it sounds like you had a traumatic compression of the peroneal nerve. It's now been 5 days since this post, and hopefully it has recovered. If not, I'd seek medical attention, both physician and therapist assistance. Good luck! - Dr Scott

[@vittorja]

Has anybody recovered from foot drop?

[@SaeboInc]

Many people recover from foot drop, but your road to recovery should never be alone. Working with health professionals during your recovery will help guide you to perform the activities you need for recovery. I wish you all the best. - Dr Scott

[@anushanalubolu9831]

Can we feel numbness and loss of pain in foot drop

[@SaeboInc]

Depending on the cause of your foot drop, you may experience these secondary symptoms as well. Like I said in the video, the major cause of foot drop is compression of a nerve and that can limit the ability for the nerve to conduct signals to the brain, resulting in sensation loss. - Dr Scott

[@rashmivishwanath5096]

Can i use saebostim go fr footdrop

[@SaeboInc]

Great question, yes you can! If you are looking to exercise the muscles that help with drop foot, the SaeboStim Go/One can do that very easily. I have a video coming out soon showing how to properly place the SaeboStim One for foot drop. However, if you're wanting to walk and trigger electrical stimulation, I would suggest using the SaeboStim Pro which has NMES like the Stim Go/One but also many more features like the trigger button that allows you to control the stimulation. (saebo.com/shop/saebostim-pro). Best of luck with your recovery. - Dr Scott

[@AmbikaaChauhan]

He looks soo similar to Hritik Roshan (Indian actor) 🤷🏻‍♂️😅🙈

[@SaeboInc]

Thank you for the complement. - Dr Scott

[@belcarra]

Since everyone’s telling their story, I got foot drop from crossing my legs a few weeks ago now with no improvement. I can still walk fine (although I have fallen twice now cause of muscle weakness :/) and I can still lift my toes besides my big toe. Honestly, I’m not too worried about whether or not it goes away as long as it doesn’t get worse since it doesn’t really affect my life in a major way, but it definitely can be fairly annoying at times. Hope y’all recover!

[@abayomiolunloyo9939]

Thanks for all you do. Pls help with kneel extension video. Remain bless

[@SaeboInc]

Will do. Coming soon.

[@jvrp8296]

I have a foot drop due to a hip surgery it’s really stressing me out. What’s a good sign that it will recover? Is being able to move my toes a good sign that I’ll recover?

[@SaeboInc]

Wiggling your toes can be helpful in determining if the muscles that cause drop foot are recovering. Try lifting your toes off the ground. Does the ball of your foot come off the ground a little or does the lateral side of your foot (pinky toe) kick out to the side? That would be a great sign. Try watching this movie where I share 5 easy tests for foot drop. kzbin.info/www/bejne/an66hq2poJipr5o - Dr Scott

[@amol_b_devkatte8888]

I Have This Problem Since Childhood........ It's Becoming Worse With Aging.....

[@freddurst7181]

I just woke put of a medical coma die to covid was under for about 46 days woke up with left foot drop and can't feel much in calf area have little pain in calf and my foot is half numb and tingles alot...every seen this?

[@SaeboInc]

Learn more about foot drop here www.saebo.com/foot-drop/

[@john-x-699]

I have foot drop and foot numbness due to my tibial plateau surgery.

[@SaeboInc]

Is it permanent, short-lived, or something that will heal over time? This is the question you need to answer. None the less, if you have some ability to lift your ankle against gravity, I'd suggest trying our SaeboStep.

[@lukeaw634]

I got stroke at age 34 I am unable to move my left ankle at all I alway feel like I am dragging my leg but I do try lift up my left leg

[@SaeboInc]

Luke, thanks for your comment. If you are having trouble with your gait and moving your leg/ankle, definitely check out our SaeboStim Pro and the SaeboStep to help you out. www.saebo.com/shop. - Dr Scott, OTD.

[@P34.8]

My right foot has fallen off due to a disc herniation on my L4-l5. I've been undergoing laparoscopic surgery for 2 months. Is there a possibility of recovery? I got tested electromyography result:The sensory movement and sensory response potentials of the right foot are normal.The amplitude of the response potential of the fibular sensory movement is very small, and the sensory response potential is normal.The F wave, which is the response of the proximal part, does not appear to the right, Peripheral latency of the H reflex is lengthened. I'm sorry I may have misunderstood, but if you understand, please advise and help

[@SaeboInc]

If you had tests showing that your nerves are still conducting, then make sure you are working those nerves and muscles to make them stronger. Keep up the good fight! - Dr Scott

[@JessieW6776]

Can a b12 deficiency contribute to foot drop? I developed drop foot at 17yr (currently 33). After a lot of tests, none of the Drs could figure out what caused it but they did find that my b12 was very low. Just curious if there is any possible connection.

[@SaeboInc]

According to a few studies I found, B12 deficiency has been correlated with neuropathy and noncompressive foot drop. Here's a clip from a medical research article about a 16-year-old female with foot drop: "Consider screening for causes of a noncompressive peroneal neuropathy including diabetes, thyroid dysfunction, vitamin B12 deficiency, alcohol abuse and systemic lupus erythematosus" (Evans, Sell, & Lewis, 2013). I can't tell you for certain if this was the cause or not, but I would definitely use this article and topic when consulting with a health professional about your foot drop. I hope you've had time to check out or trial our SaeboStep. Here's the playlist for your convenience. kzbin.info/aero/PLwv1EYCxN5zXKoYt8XOSY-7eZ7LnT7d_h - Dr Scott

[@marjorietuck9324]

Very Informative, Thank You!😁

[@SaeboInc]

Thanks for watching!

[@ayeshamirza8242]

@@SaeboInc hi i have foot drop cause brain abscess last for year tell me what i do now🙁🙁

[@melvin4900]

I think I had this about a week ago I don’t have it anymore I couldn’t lift my right foot up it lasted for a few hours

[@zeroling7690]

I suffer from Bilateral Footdrop, brought upon by NF1

[@eiffel65bigfan]

Very helpful ,thanks

[@SaeboInc]

Glad it was helpful! - Dr Scott

[@sharonadams4424]

I never heard of drop foot here out of concern from fibroids ..but I get severe pain in the mid bottom& top of. Both feet gets stiff..sometime have to remove my shoe...dont know which doctor should I ask to see..also have past issues with feet.ankle and calf swelling..any suggestions...???

[@SaeboInc]

Sharon, I would definitely consult a specialist, whether a podiatrist for your foot and ankle or a neurologist, or both. I hope you find a resolution soon! - Dr Scott

[@haribadal5340]

Is foot drop genetic? By birth i have foot drop now my son has same problem.

[@SaeboInc]

Hi there! To learn more about foot drop check out these blog post www.saebo.com/blog/foot-drop-recovery-understanding-options/ www.saebo.com/blog/how-to-treat-foot-drop-with-electrical-stimulation/

[@muttakieenajr192]

A.o.a info is good but lacking pics so not proprly benefitted.

[@SaeboInc]

Thank you for your feedback. I'll try to include pictures in my future videos. - Dr Scott

[@hasinisarma4602]

One of my leg is weak And another one is normal 😭

[@SaeboInc]

I hope that your weaker leg recovers. Definitely check out our SaeboStep if you have drop foot. People across the world love it! (www.saebo.com/shop/saebostep/) Best of luck!! - Dr Scott

[@DetroitGoldie]

I have drop foot. Between my GP and Neurologist nothing has been done to treat it. The Neurologist ordered MRIs and blood tests. My first appointment was November 24th. I've not been to any kind of therapy for drop foot. I'm becoming very worried it could become worse or permanent at this point. I understand I need treatment on it to help. Any suggestions to as what I can do myself?

[@SaeboInc]

I see you answered your own question by watching our Exercises for Beginners. That's the first step in the right direction. I'd purchase a SaeboStim One or SaeboStim Pro to help ignite the neurons that control the muscles that aren't working causing the drop foot.