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Saturday, October 25, 2008
Sure Steps
This week, Max received his first pair of Sure Steps. The first day we put them on, he wasn't very happy with us. Which I expected. He is tolerating them better as the week goes on. We are already noticing benefits from them. He previously would not stand for more than a couple seconds unassisted. Now he is standing for minutes. He also seems like he has more control over the steps he is taking. He has slowed down with each step instead of lunging and moving his feet fast to keep up. He seems much more confident. Has anyone else tried the sure steps and did you think they were beneficial? Did they outgrow wearing them? Max's doctor said he would probably need them throughout childhood. They were recommended for Max because of his low muscle tone and he rolled his ankles out.
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WHoo hoo! That's so exciting that he's getting more steady!
Im so glad you are back!
Go Max!!! He looks so big!
Austin wears SureSteps as well. I blogged about them at some point in time...LOL! He's been wearing them less than a year and I've seen slight benefit from them. I notice he's more confident going up and down stairs but other than that I don't see a difference. His PT recommended them after another boy at his school got them and made big strides in PT. Austin's ankles bend out a little as well.
Hey Kelly,
I've missed you guys. Max is doing great. Noah still has a lot of work to do on his balance but his inserts really helped him..
Welcome back! That last photo says it all. We don't have sure steps, but we're looking into that exact brand about a year ago, but then got overtaken with the communication device quest. I plan to ask Addie's PT about them again, though. I have heard great things. Here's hoping the confidence leads to great things (which it will)!
Max looks great! I am new to your blog, but had to look twice when I saw the Foley name. That is our last name too...and our 5 year old daughter Emma has RTS. Small world:). I look forward to reading more about Max!
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