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What shoes would you recommend when recovering from a foot fracture?

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braginskayas
braginskayas

Long story short, I fractured the middle three metatarsal bones in my right foot exactly six weeks ago. I'm due back at the fracture clinic next week to check how it's healing, and I'm hoping the doctors say I can start wearing ordinary shoes instead of the orthopedic boot I've had on since the injury. The problem is, I don't know what shoes would be best - none of the ones I own are super comfortable, apart from an old pair of lace-up boots which I fear will be too small to accommodate the swelling. I've read that it needs to be something with arch support and a thick sole that isn't too bendy, and that New Balance trainers or Dr Marten boots with an arch support insole are good options, but I'm kind of wary of trying to 'wear in' a brand new pair of shoes while recovering from an injury. Has anyone else been in the same boat, and if so what shoes did you wear?

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  • ashleyjackson
    ashleyjackson braginskayas

    Posted

    Hi,braginskay

    I read your post, but I have no idea about this. You should consult with your doctor regarding this.

    Thanks

     

  • Dancer10
    Dancer10 braginskayas

    Posted

    I have had quite a few fractures of metatarsals due to sport and trauma. The most comfortable shoes to wear is cycling shoes. They have a rigid sole but allow you to walk with minimal pain. I have a lace up pair. I have a job which means I have to do a lot of walking and cycling shoes enabled me to get back to work with minimal pain. It also took the fear away of doing any harm while the fractures were healing. As although the pain will lesson, bone remodelling can take up to a year. Depending on type of fracture. They are relatively inexpensive. Around £40 to £50 and to most they look like trainers . Hope that helps and good luck. 

    • braginskayas
      braginskayas Dancer10

      Posted

      Thanks so much for replying! Do you know of any particular brands/models I should be looking out for that aren't too expensive? Ideally I'd need something plain-looking enough that I could get away with wearing them for work and academic meetings.

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