Shoes
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I am now able to weight bear in a sneaker with crutches. Can anyone recommend a shoe or sneaker to use?
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Posted , 4 users are following.
I am now able to weight bear in a sneaker with crutches. Can anyone recommend a shoe or sneaker to use?
0 likes, 10 replies
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cristianeukbr skigras8163
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Hello skigras
I also struggle with shoes. It seems that I have tarsal tunnel syndrome and I have been suffering from this for 2 years. Shoes have been a nightmare for me. I have now found a pair of trainers that suits me and my needs. But I wear then with orthoses and a gel insole on top to make the trainers feel really soft inside. These are Skechers trainers called Go Run 400. I had a Brooks trainers before and they were quite good. I think running shoes are better... It protects and gives more support to the feet... And no, I'm not running... Anymore... Unfortunately!!
I hope my advice helps.
Good Luck!
Cris
skigras8163 cristianeukbr
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Rob9700 skigras8163
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skigras8163 Rob9700
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Thank you for your reply. I did some research on sneakers. The women's Asics Gel Nimbus was rated as the the top Achilles' tendon sneaker so I ordered a pair.
Rob9700 skigras8163
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That's the same shoe I got in mens version. Wearing them now!
skigras8163 Rob9700
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skigras8163
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Rob9700 skigras8163
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The shoes I have are conventional shoes so driving is no problem The boot was another story. I did drive with the boot, but I used my left foot (my right foot was the injured achilles location). I just folded my foot with the boot and used my left foot. It is awkward and a little uncomfortable at first, but I did get used to it and drove conservatively. I practiced on some deserted country roads before I got in traffic, and drove to the grocery store, and back and forth to work; no long drives in heavy traffic. It is obviously more risky than driving the way you were taught and the way to which you are accustomed. You have to be the judge of how comfortable you are with it. Best wishes for a speedy and complete recovery!
PS--don't forget to use plenty of that miracle drug on the surgical site: ice and compression. Along with PT it seems to keep the healing progressing. Sounds like you are making good progress if you are going to weight bearing.
Rob9700 skigras8163
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Driving is not a big problem. My inured foot is the right foot, and sometimes the heel still hurst if I've been driving for a while. PT says that is the "plantar flexion" (pointing the toes down) that compresses the tendon and it still hurts after a while.
mike48484 skigras8163
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Im walking without crutches around the house. My physical therapist gave me the ok.