The Foot Lift Assist was developed by a man inflicted with chronic progressive multiple sclerosis at age 55. The Foot Lift Assist was able to keep his foot from dragging and kept him ambulatory. The device meets his needs and has been a real asset to those who have had a stroke, physical injury, or other disease affecting their ability to walk.
The Foot Lift Assist is a handy, lightweight, easy-to-install product that helps the user walk by lifting the leg and foot. The Foot Lift Assist completely eliminates foot drop (steppage gait) and foot drag. The Foot Lift Assist is a real conserver of energy as it actually lifts the foot and leg when walking. The user must have a slight message from the brain to lift the foot. (The user must have the ability to lift his/her foot minutely).
You can expect the Foot Lift Assist to actually lift the leg and foot if the user has the ability to start the lifting process. If paralysis is not complete and you can start the lifting action, the Foot Lift Assist will take over and assist you with your walking. It is guaranteed to lift your leg and foot when worn and properly adjusted. Users report added leg strength and confidence. We hope the Foot Lift Assist provides the motivation to keep you walking, to get more exercise, and increase your confidence. Walking aids, special walking shoes are not needed when using the Foot Lift Assist. However, no bedroom slippers, please! A walking stick or walking canes are a real asset for balance along with the Foot Lift Assist.
People search for this simple but effective walk aid. The Foot Lift Assist has saved many people from a wheel chair.