Question about Arizona Brace
Hello!
I'm new here but recently diagnosed with calcanealnavicular coalition in my right ankle. I've had 3 surgeries (peroneal tendon repair, screw removal, tumor removal) on it BEFORE my current doc saw the coalition on my very first visit with him. The other doc missed it three times.... frustrating.
I'm 40 years old and all the non-surgical remedies seem to be geared more toward kids. My doc recommended that I get an Arizona Brace. He said I don't need surgery until it gets to the point that it affects my quality of life.
My question is, are there "over-the-counter" types of Arizona braces that are at least close to being as effective? The $1000 price tag of the custom one is spooking me. I have never done shoe orthotics. I found that simply using Simple Feet inserts in my shoes is more than effective, and a fraction of the cost.
Any ideas would be appreciated!
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