Hip Surgery caused Foot Drop
Shirley, from Norfolk England, had hip surgery which caused foot drop. Hear her story on how the Smart Step Brace has helped her.
Learning Blog
We are dedicated to helping people walk — to help you live a long, healthy, happy life. We’ve been doing this since 2003 and we’ve seen amazing transformations. The most progress centers around learning and awareness made possible by the internet. Here on this page, we’ll do our best to contribute important and insightful information centered around the topics of drop-foot, orthotics, and prosthetics
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Foot Drop from Multiple Sclerosis
Arleen, from New Jersey, explains how the Smart Step Brace helps her overcome some of the difficulties of MS.
Exercising with The Step- Smart Brace for Drop Foot
Drop Foot doesn’t stop Brad from doing the things he loves in life, including working out! Brad has been wearing our Step-Smart Brace for several years, including during his daily exercise routines! He says it’s comfortable and doesn’t get in the way while on the treadmill or when using the weight training machines.
Sally compares The Step-Smart Brace for Drop Foot to other AFOs
After trying 4 other braces, Sally, found the Smart Step Brace, which has helped her with her mobility beyond what the others could do for her.
Bilateral Drop Foot solved with the Step-Smart Brace
Brad has had drop foot since 1988 due to a tumor in his spine. Learn how the Smart Step makes waking easier for him again.
School principal and competitive tennis player wears the Step-Smart Brace for Drop Foot
Sheila doesn’t let her Drop Foot stop her from doing the things she loves in life! This is her story in her own words. Walk On, Sheila!
Comparing The Step-Smart Brace for Drop Foot to other AFO’s- a MS patient’s testimonial
Meet Mary. She has #dropfoot from her #MS and has tried multiple braces through the years. She recently found out about our Step-Smart and came to the office to meet with Ian. See how she compares the Step-Smart Brace to other models she has used. Walk On, Mary!
Easy-On Step-Smart Testimonial
Tom came to us after a traumatic orthopedic injury that resulted in Drop Foot. He wanted something that was easy to slip on and agreed to try out our latest version called the Easy-On Step-Smart Brace. Here are his initial reactions!
Easy-On Step-Smart Demonstration video
The Easy-On Step-Smart Brace comes connected to the Sketchers Slip-ins: After Burn M. Fit- Ridgeburn shoes in grey/black. Notice how the I-strap falls away nicely, allowing for direct foot insertion.
How the Adjustable Compression Component Kit works for the Step-Smart Brace for Drop Foot
In this video Ian will show you how the Compression Component Kit works for the Step-Smart Brace for Drop Foot. The “bumpers” provided with the Step-Smart Brace allow you to adjust the level of shock absorption you feel at heel strike, putting you in control.
