Customer Stories

Drop foot can arise from many conditions, including stroke, multiple sclerosis, spinal injury, motor neurone disease, and certain genetic diseases.

Here are some stories from customers with multiple sclerosis:

Mr A writes "I have tried various things including foot and calf splints that counteract drop foot but these were all so uncomfortable that I could not tolerate using them. Since Friday I have walked further and for longer than at any time in the last eight or nine years, without experiencing any discomfort apart from some muscle ache in my lower back, no doubt caused by an over-enthusiasm for using your product. I walk more naturally and this will reduce the strain on the hip joints and I now feel so much more confident that I can avoid tripping and falling. I can foresee that my wheelchair will be used far less from now on."

Mr R's letter stated "Mrs R has been confined to a wheelchair for nearly three years. However, two weeks ago, we purchased a Musmate walking aid for her. With the help of the Both Legs Musmate, a walking frame and carer, she is able to manage over 30 aided steps. In addition to the joy of being upright again, she has shown an increase in warmth below the knees and there is now a slight movement in the toes on her right foot - a movement not experienced for some years."

Mr C writes "I have found that the device has considerably improved my walking ability and I am extremely pleased with the results so far."

Mrs D commented "I have been using the Musmate for some months now and have found it invaluable in various ways. It has improved my walking no end giving me a great deal more confidence in going out and trying new places therefore improving my family's quality of life and mine. The greater mobility has had a beneficial effect on other bodily functions too. I was lucky to get my 'bungee' before we took a family holiday to South Africa. We travelled extensively and I had a brilliant time on safari and at the Cape. I used it so much that I have noticed the sole is worn already. I would not be without it."

You can read more customer stories on Musmate's website (it will open in a new browser window).