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    AFO where to obtain?

    Hi,I live in Kawartha Lakes area.And wondered if anyone
    Knows where to obtain a ankle foot orthotic device from.And who to contact ex Dr
    our specialist?

    #2
    Contact your specialist, your neurologist that is. Most AFOs come from physical therapists that get them from orthotic specialists. You need to be careful in buying used ones because they may be cracked or have hairline fractures in them rendering them useless. I had one (wear two), that had a fracture in it, a bad one, that I couldn't see.

    You need to be fitted for a comfortable fit as they are NOT comfortable. So I would suggest you see your PT first and ask 1. If you need 1 or 2 AFOs, or any at all. 2. Get fitted correctly. 3. Ask them to find one to fit your budget.

    Good luck
    Lisa
    Disabled RN with MS for 14 years
    SPMS EDSS 7.5 Wheelchair (but a racing one)
    Tysabri

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