Because of its widespread use in correcting foot drop, AFO has now become associated with the term “foot drop brace.” The insertion of spring to the ankle portion will improve comfort ...

Treating a herniated disc, for example, may eliminate foot drop. However, spinal surgery may not solve the problem for people with MS. A variety of orthotics, such as braces and splints ...

Braces A brace called an ankle foot orthosis (AFO) is commonly recommended to help manage foot drop, adds the NMSS. The brace, typically made of plastic, is worn around the lower leg and foot.

(Photo by Elsa/Getty Images) Getty Images Cowboys linebacker Jaylon Smith no longer needs the ankle foot orthosis (AFO) brace for drop foot. Smith told Clarence Hill of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram ...

With #Cowboys LB Jaylon Smith's nerve not firing, he'll have to play in a game with a brace for drop foot ... in a real NFL game with an AFO (ankle-foot orthotics) allowing the use of his foot.

Braces and other supportive devices are the most common treatment for foot drop. The ankle-foot orthosis brace holds the ankle at a 90-degree angle, so the foot is perpendicular to the leg.

Foot drop, sometimes called "drop foot," is the inability to lift the front part of the foot. This causes the toes to drag along the ground while walking. To avoid dragging the toes, people with ...