Suffering From CP, Will A Splint For My Son S Foot In The Shoe Help Him To Learn Balance Better?
My son is 29 born with CP, not able to have balance standing still . has tight hamstring, left foot curving inwards when he stand able to stand flat foot for a while when relax. will a splint for his foot in the shoe help him to learn balance better. weight is 74 kg
I think the ankle foot orthosis will help to correct the foot deformity due to spasticity in cerebral palsy. Also it will help with balance and walking better. I suggest to do custom made orthosis and check every 6 months.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards, Dr. Edvin Selmani
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Suffering From CP, Will A Splint For My Son S Foot In The Shoe Help Him To Learn Balance Better?
Hello, I think the ankle foot orthosis will help to correct the foot deformity due to spasticity in cerebral palsy. Also it will help with balance and walking better. I suggest to do custom made orthosis and check every 6 months. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Edvin Selmani