Rayden saw Dr. Vergun, Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon, on March 15th regarding is left foot turning in so badly while he walks. She stated both hips are well located with a normal arc but show decreasing coverage over the femoral head. The right side measures normally at 20 degrees but the left measures about 35 to 40 degrees. This femoral anteversion (abnormal forward rotation) on the left is likely due to growth and will probably continue to get worse. She recommended waiting until he's about 14 years old to do corrective surgery. In the mean time, Rayden will use twister cables to help keep his legs in line to prevent tripping over his own feet while walking.
Rayden received a left twister cable on May 5. The cable is different than the ones he had in the past. It is attached to his shoe instead of his AFO's. His old cables had a hinge at the knee, whereas this one has one continuous cable. I think we will have the same 'love/hate' relationship with this cable as well. I love that it helps Rayden walk better, but I hate the complexity of changing him and how it rubs on his back.
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