Foot drop

[Whatsinadrop]

Hi,
I was wondering if anyone has experience of foot drop?

I had a bad bout of cramp in my right calf muscle a couple of weeks ago, followed by the usual aching, tightness etc. I didn't think much of it, but then realised my right foot is slapping when I walk. It's only really noticeable to me, but definitely a different gait.

I googled and came across foot drop, and I think that's what I've got. I do have the ability to lift the front of my foot, but not as much as my left foot, and my calf feels really tight when I do. I can do some of the tests (I can jump, run up the stairs, walk backwards etc), but I cannot walk on my heel on that side.

I've made a GP appointment (phone) tomorrow.

Has anyone had (mild) foot drop and cramps? What caused it? I am trying not to worry too much.

Hi @Roselilly36 Thanks for checking in. I came back to update this thread and saw your message.

It's good news from me. After MRI and nerve conduction studies, I've been diagnosed with a peroneal nerve neuropraxia - the MRI showed nothing at all and the nerve studies showed compression of the nerves behind my knee. This is likely due to leg crossing but also because I lost a lot of weight recently. Basically I lost some padding in that area and squashed the nerve by sitting with my legs crossed.

I'm happy to say that I've stopped crossing my legs and it's getting much better. My foot isn't really slapping any more and I'm getting more dorsiflexion every day.

If anyone else reading this comes to this post because of foot drop - don't panic! I was insane with worry but I'm happy to report a good outcome!

@Whatsinadrop excellent news, really pleased to see your update.