Musmate Walking Aid

Musmate Walking Aid

For many people, drop foot (or foot-dragging) is a serious problem which reduces their mobility and restricts their working and social lives. Existing devices for foot drop have their limitations, and so the Musmate Walking Aid was developed to better meet the needs of patients. This Walking Aid uses the action of an elastic cord to eliminate the foot drop and so make walking easier.

When you place your foot on the ground, it stretches the cord. Then, as you lift your leg to move forward, your shoulders will support the lifting and moving of your foot. It is a very natural movement. You can easily and quickly adjust the amount of support and height of the foot lift (for obstacles and uneven ground) to best meet your needs and eliminate the effects of the foot drop.

With walking made easier, and the drop foot minimised, people walk more, which makes them fitter and further improves their walking. Other benefits include better posture, stronger muscles, and reduced trips and falls.

You can read more information about the walking aid on Musmate's website (it will open in a new browser window).