Question

While giving care to an unconscious client, which of the following devices should be used

Answer 1

Answer: Most commonly used device is ankle foot orthosis (AFO).  Other devices include brace or splint.

Explanation:

Ankle foot orthosis and brace are the devices used to prevent foot drop in client. Some other treatment includes physical therapy, nerve stimulation and also in some cases surgery.

Physical therapy includes doing some exercises and stretching activities.

Weakness or paralysis of muscles involved in lifting the front part of our foot results in foot drop.

This may also be caused as a result of nerve injury.

Above all the causes, the main cause of foot drop is compression of nerve in leg that is responsible for controlling muscle that aid in lifting the foot.