Can anyone suggest some suitable shoes to wear after the plaster comes off? I've just had my plaster off and K wire removed and cannot get any of my shoes even my stretchy Sketchers on. What have other members worn for the first few weeks?
thanks in advance
I was advised to wear trainers so have done!
They suggest to wear tide sneakers to have your foot in right position. I don't like them, but need to say they help also your ankle. I was wearing Champion stretchy pul on sneakers, they are more comfortable . To go outside I wear my old Adidas sneakers.
Thanks Beth,
Which Trainers did you get and did you go up a size?
Hi Wendy, I was wondering that too, I am post operation 5 weeks now, my foot is still as swollen now as it was after the operation. I lose my shoe after Easter and don't have a clue what I will be able to wear... I will not wear ugg type boots as I belive that me wearing them caused me lots of problems...
I wore trainers that I already had but just kept the bad foot very loose! Didn't go up a size but my issue was being brave enough to get the trainer on! It does feel strange and a bit sore at first but you will get used to it! I even managed some dolly shoes (pumps) last week but they're not very supportive and fall off a bit!
Hi Wendy, I'm 8 weeks post op & got rid of the heel walking boot 11 days ago & I am wearing fitflop clogs(the suede ones) that I already have, they are slightly too big for me anyway, so are perfect for my slightly swollen foot. They are comfy with thick socks & I can walk quite well in them.
I had fusion of the MTP joint & cx not bend my big toe so difficult to get any other shoes on st the moment although I can get my old trainers on they are slightly too small so not much use. Good luck
I'm 9 weeks post op bi-lateral scarf and akins. yesterday I went to Evans the shop and bought a pair of lace up deck shoes width EEE! Look nice and very comfy I didn't have to go up a size. Cant wait for this swelling to go!
Hi,
I ordered a pair of trainers from JD Williams catalogue n size 9 EEE fitting and I also ordered a pair of canvas shoes from DB in the widest itting they do. They are fairly comfoble but I cannot get into any of my own shoes or trainers yet.
Was advised to wear loose fitting shoes. Toe can be very stiff for the first few weeks after coming out of the special shoes or plaster cast which makes getting your foot into shoes quite difficult at first. I could not get my foot into any shoes for the first few weeks. I took some walking sandals with me to my consultation and confirmed that they would be ok. As they opened across the top and front, they were ideal. I checked with the consultant about a number of other pairs of shoes. I must have looked like a bag lady as I arrived with a bag full of shoes! Thought that it was best to check! Pretty much anything which is flat, soft, supportive and opens across the top of the foot. Did look pretty bad as it was late November and I had to wear socks with my sandals ! After about 2 weeks I was able to wear walking shoes which were always big because I wore them with two pairs of walking socks for comfort. I could wear these with one pair of thin socks and had to loosen the laces so much that I could just fasten them! At about 11 weeks post op I bought some biker type boots from Evans with soft uppers in a size larger than I normally wore and an EEE fitting! They were fine but most of the time I wore the walking shoes. Went on holiday at about 14 weeks and wore new trainers most of the time.
A little word of advance warning- I am now 5 and a half months post op and pretty much none of my pre op shoes fit! Why? Well, the big toes are much straighter and consequently I have gone up a size! might not happen to you , of course. However, I hadn't given that any thought at all!
Good luck?
Hi. I have worn trainers new balance in a size bigger, uggs and crocs. At 11 weeks I tried a hard pair of shoes and regretted it so back in trainers. Will hopefully be flip flop weather soon. Good luck.
Hi Wendy, I'm 9 weeks post op and all I've worn for the last few weeks since my bandage came off are my memory foam suede Sketcher boots, thank heavens I bought them, as I've also managed to start driving again this week - having said that, it will be a while before I get a structured shoe on again. All I would say is don't rush it and undo all the good, Julia
Wishing you a quick recovery Wendy. I'm almost 8 weeks post op. I was told by my surgeon to only wear a good pair of trainers until my 12 week check as they support the foot. Too scared not to obey!! I have Asics in a 1/2 size bigger with the laces very wide and wear them with Primark "Comfy Socks" Amazingly they are, they have a double cushioned thick sole, they are bliss! Who would have believed it?!!!
Thanks everyone for your replies, my surgeon didn't offer suggestions as to the type of footwear I should wear....I think I need to go shopping and investigate trainers as that sounds the most sensible route..I can't keep wearing my heel walking shoe as that defeats the object...I can get on today some old boot type slippers but they offer no support..You know what they say "when the going gets tough, the tough go shopping!
Not sure what I will wear, I can't even fit in my husband's size 9s. I am a 7 normally
Initially I wore original Crocs. After another several weeks, I have been able to wear Merrell hiking shoes, but have to go half size larger than my normal size. I am now at 18 weeks post-op. In just the last couple weeks, I've finally started to be able to wear other "normal" shoes (no heals!), but again, all have been a half size larger than my normal size.
Well ladies,
I ended up with some Sketchers go walk 2's, I bought two pairs two sizes apart in black so they look okayish under my black work trousers. It sounds extravagant but as I'm going to have to have my other foot operated on in a few months time, I felt it was worth it. They are washable so when I no longer need the larger ones I'll wash them and donate them to the local "shoe bank" so hopefully someone else will benefit...They are very comfy and support my foot and make it easier for me to try proper heel to toe walking..
Keep up the good work on here, it is very informative and the helpful posts meant I had all the useful items needed and to me prepare for surgery. I just wasn't quite prepared for how swollen my foot would be when the plaster came off.
Once again many thanks and wishing you all a good recovery.
Wendy
Glad you got sorted Wendy. Sounds sensible investment especially if you are having the other one done. I think trying to walk as normally as possible is best way forward and those shoes should support your foot while you improve. X
Further to my previous post, I've bought a pair of Keen trail shoes, they have a wide toe box & I got them in my usual size 😃 they are very comfy, really pleased with them.
Hi, I was looking at some wide trainers and Birkenstocks maybe.