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Posted: Fri Apr 18, 2008 5:56 pm Post subject: More WalkAide info needed
I am currently doing a "test-run" on a WalkAide and have it for only 2 weeks. My leg seems to want to swing out rather than the foot pulling up - would this be a sensor location that needs to be played with? Has anyone got info on insurance paying for this devise? Would I be better off to wait a few months to see if it becomes covered by insurance? Would love to hear your stories!
I know that one forum member, Chrishasms, has experience with the WalkAid. You could try sending him a PM or perhaps you can reach him through the contact information via his website http://www.chrishasms.com. Note that he is currently recovering from treatment with Revimmune so it might take him a little while to get back to you.
Joined: Nov 08, 2004 Posts: 117 Location: Colorado
Posted: Sun Apr 20, 2008 7:54 am Post subject:
Teresa - I just sent you a PM.
In answer to this question - the stimulus should pull the foot up, but it will also pull the foot out (you feel like the ankle is being pulled in toward your other foot and the toe to the outside) This is okay - The placement of the electrodes is IMPORTANT! Go back to the technician and get an adjustment if you are not satisfied.
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