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I wear a leg device that help me walk that uses pads and an electrical charge to lift my foot for foot drop.

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Valley Center, KS

The company sent the pads for the wrong leg but replaced them free of charge. They will not take back the wrong ones they sent and I hate throwing out $260 worth of pads for the right leg that I can't use. If anyone could use them, please let me know. I won't use the company name because last time I did it was erased, Send me a message and let me know if you can use them.

April 12, 2024
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It sounds like you're using a Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) device for managing foot drop related to multiple sclerosis (MS). FES devices work by delivering small electrical charges to stimulate the muscles that have been weakened, specifically targeting the peroneal nerve during the swing phase of walking. This Show Full Answer

It sounds like you're using a Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) device for managing foot drop related to multiple sclerosis (MS). FES devices work by delivering small electrical charges to stimulate the muscles that have been weakened, specifically targeting the peroneal nerve during the swing phase of walking. This stimulation helps lift the front part of the foot, preventing foot drop and making walking easier and safer. The device typically includes electrodes placed in contact with the skin near the affected muscles to deliver these impulses effectively. It's great to hear you're utilizing this technology to support your mobility!

April 12, 2024

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