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Spastic Left Leg Makes My Foot Plantar Flexed

Started by benok , Jun 27 2009 11:48 AM

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Posted 27 June 2009 - 11:48 AM

When i stand up for my ambulation, my left leg usually is plantar flexed. I tend to tip toe in the first 3 to 5 steps before the foot goes down to the floor.
I have been advised to undergo two options
tenotomy and heel cord lengthening.

Either will relax the spasticity of the left leg. I would appreciate any comments regarding undergoing this procedure. Is this advisable for SCI patients?

How long does recovery take. What is the difference of one from the other?

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