“Assisting patients with foot drop to regain function and mobility is a primary focus for Allard USA,” said Jayme Brendle, Mid Atlantic District Manager and Educational Specialist for Allard USA.
Brendle, a Certified Athletic Trainer and Certified Orthotic Fitter, will share information on whether to brace or not when she speaks to the Easton Group of the Charcot-Marie-Tooth Association (CMTA) on Saturday, June 4. The meeting will be held at the Talbot County Free Library, 100 Dover Street, from 10 AM until Noon.
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease is a genetic neuromuscular disorder that weakens the feet, legs, arms and hands. It was first discovered in the 1880s by two French doctors (Charcot and Marie) and one English physician (Tooth), thus the unusual name. To date there is no cure, but there is much on-going research in both the public and private sectors.
Allard USA has been an established orthotic manufacturer and supplier of a variety of products to the orthotic and prosthetic industry since 1996.
The Allard Toe Off family of carbon fiber products benefits the patient with foot drop by helping to improve balance and stamina and thus an improved quality of life, but may not be for everyone.
Come hear whether or not bracing for better mobility might work for you. The public is welcome. For questions please contact Missy Warfield, Group Leader, at 410-820-0576.
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