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Are there Doctors in Arizona that specialize in rerouting the tendon for drop foot?
Thank you for contacting IPFH. We do not make referrals to, or recommend medical professionals. That said, we assume you are asking about a procedure called “tendon transfer” that is used in treating drop foot. There is a good article on the web site of the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) that describes the procedure, its results and effectiveness: http://www.aofas.org/footcaremd/treatments/Pages/Foot-Drop-Treatment-(Tendon-Transfer).aspx. We suggest that you use the AOFAS “Find a Surgeon” page to locate member surgeons in your area who might perform the procedure. You can find it at this link: https://online.aofas.org/eweb/DynamicPage.aspx?Site=AOFAS&WebKey=a2eeb42b-0cc3-4b96-b14e-c7d699f729c5. Alternatively, you can contact AOFAS and inquire directly of their staff to determine if they can give you a referral in your area. We hope this information is helpful, and that you will be able to find what you are seeking through the AOFAS organization.