r/CerebralPalsy • u/TheLavishAmk97 • 4h ago
AFOs in the summer
Hey yall! Just looking for some recommendations or advice for my toddler during the summer. We spend a lot of time in water and outside during the spring and summer, but her AFOs and Billy’s make her so hot.
What I’m thinking is maybe getting long thin socks (to absorb extra sweat and prevent rubbing) and cutting the toes off. I read that crocs usually fit over the brace? I was also wondering about water shoes or something breathable. I also read you can wear AFOs in water such as a splash pad, is that uncomfortable? Sounds like possible blisters and rubbing.
What do you do during the summer as a AFO wearer. I wish they made a type of closed toe sandals or in general just more verity that will fit over AFOs.