Not familiar with Zcoils, but i have been wearing SAS Free time shoes for YEARS. They seem to be the only thing i can both walk and drive in. I recently bought some Skechers that i have high hopes for. They are lighter and much less expensive.
May 3
Z-coil shoes aren't specifically mentioned in the research around MS-related foot drop management. However, footwear choices do play a role in managing foot drop symptoms.
The general guidance around footwear for foot drop focuses on shoes that:
- Fit well and provide good ankle support
- Are lightweight to avoid tiring Show Full Answer
Z-coil shoes aren't specifically mentioned in the research around MS-related foot drop management. However, footwear choices do play a role in managing foot drop symptoms.
The general guidance around footwear for foot drop focuses on shoes that:
- Fit well and provide good ankle support
- Are lightweight to avoid tiring out muscles
- Reduce the risk of tripping or catching on surfaces While Z-coil shoes have a spring-loaded heel that some people find helpful for comfort and reducing joint impact, there's no specific evidence linking them to foot drop improvement in MS.
The treatments with the most evidence behind them for MS-related foot drop include:
- Physical therapy to strengthen leg, ankle, and foot muscles
- Ankle-foot orthosis (AFO) — a brace worn on the lower leg to keep the foot in the correct position
- Functional electrical stimulation (FES) — a device worn below the knee that uses mild electrical impulses to help lift the foot while walking
It's worth chatting with a neurologist or physical therapist about the best footwear and treatment combination for your specific situation. They can help figure out what works best for you!
May 1
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