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Drop feet Jun 18, 2015 6:14:00 GMT -8

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Post by ange63 on Jun 18, 2015 6:14:00 GMT -8

Hi all,

My feet are so curved over that I can't put shoes on properly anymore. I was doing really well but had quite a severe pressure sore which saw me in bed for 6 months. I'm now wearing just socks in my chair which is not ideal for me. Has anyone else experienced this and if so, can you suggest what I might be able to do to help this situation. Thanks!

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Drop feet Jun 18, 2015 11:20:13 GMT -8

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Post by Lαrα on Jun 18, 2015 11:20:13 GMT -8

Hi ange63,im real sorry to hear of your problem and i know exactly how you feel because i have the same issue. My left foot is worse than the right.

I completely struggle to get shoes to fit and often socks too. I was fitted for special supports for the soles of my feet in the hope it helps.
I also have someone come and stretch my ankles and massage my toes etc.

Maybe it would be a good time to get an appointment with your spinal unit or docs to discuss your feet.

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Butiki Advanced Member Posts: 2,270 Post Likes Received: 1,154 Date Joined: July 2013 Injury: L 3 ASIA B CES Date Injured: 16/11/2012 Member is: Offline Send PM	Drop feet Jun 18, 2015 13:27:04 GMT -8 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by Butiki on Jun 18, 2015 13:27:04 GMT -8 Hi ange63! have you seen Ruth about this issue??? I'm certain that she would know how to deal with this issue. This is one thing that I'm paranoid about. So far so good for me.
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Drop feet Jun 19, 2015 4:30:59 GMT -8

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Post by joemonte on Jun 19, 2015 4:30:59 GMT -8

Hello Ange,
Sorry to hear about your feet. I have found that "Slip on" soft shoes and sneakers have helped me. They don't put heavy marks into my skin and keep the foot from turning. I use a very short thin sock. I am not sure if you have Kols department stores by you, they carry a lot of nice slip-ons for dress and casual wear. I wish you well.
Best Regarsds,
Joe

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Drop feet Jun 20, 2015 4:28:08 GMT -8

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Post by ange63 on Jun 20, 2015 4:28:08 GMT -8

Thanks everyone. Lαrα, I'm sure you understand, as a woman, how frustrating it is. I tend to wear "ballet" flats but still struggle to keep these on. I'm sorry you have the same problem. Butiki, Ruth isn't my doctor and the doctor I did see at Hampstead is no longer there. I haven't been there for 6 years. I think I will go to the foot clinic through Disability SA. Hopefully they will suggest something. joemonte, thanks for the tips and well wishes.

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Drop feet Jul 2, 2015 12:06:39 GMT -8

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Post by acrobatinmydreams on Jul 2, 2015 12:06:39 GMT -8

Jun 20, 2015 4:28:08 GMT -8 ange63 said:

Thanks everyone. Lαrα, I'm sure you understand, as a woman, how frustrating it is. I tend to wear "ballet" flats but still struggle to keep these on. I'm sorry you have the same problem. Butiki, Ruth isn't my doctor and the doctor I did see at Hampstead is no longer there. I haven't been there for 6 years. I think I will go to the foot clinic through Disability SA. Hopefully they will suggest something. joemonte, thanks for the tips and well wishes.

I just ordered a pair of these.

www.amazon.com/s/ref=sr_nr_n_3?fst=as%3Aoff&rh=n%3A679399011%2Ck%3AHot+chocolate+shoes&keywords=Hot+chocolate+shoes&ie=UTF8&qid=1435867405&rnid=2941120011

I have shoe issues too and avoiding pressure sores etc makes it impossible for find cute desirable shoes. A middle aged woman should never be forced to wear ugly frumpy shoes.....lol

Do you walk? I have to order Mary Janes with my braces otherwise I couldn't keep them on because of my footdrop.

If all else fails, lots of my friends wear UGG boots/shoes with lambskin inside. Pricey but keeps the feet safe

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ange63 New Member Posts: 17 Post Likes Received: 17 Date Joined: October 2014 Injury: T10 Paraplegic Date Injured: 12th May 2007 Member is: Offline Send PM	Drop feet Jul 4, 2015 0:57:07 GMT -8 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by ange63 on Jul 4, 2015 0:57:07 GMT -8 Thanks acrobatinmydreams, I'll have a look. I don't walk. I have no movement in my legs at all. I have got some ugg boots but find it hard to get them onto my "curved" feet. My daughter is getting married and my biggest worry is what shoes will I wear!

ange63 New Member Posts: 17 Post Likes Received: 17 Date Joined: October 2014 Injury: T10 Paraplegic Date Injured: 12th May 2007 Member is: Offline Send PM	Drop feet Jul 4, 2015 0:59:06 GMT -8 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by ange63 on Jul 4, 2015 0:59:06 GMT -8 acrobatinmydreams - I just had a look at the Mary Jane link. They are very cute and I think they would work. Thanks!
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Drop feet Jul 4, 2015 5:25:22 GMT -8

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Jul 4, 2015 0:57:07 GMT -8 ange63 said:

Thanks acrobatinmydreams, I'll have a look. I don't walk. I have no movement in my legs at all. I have got some ugg boots but find it hard to get them onto my "curved" feet. My daughter is getting married and my biggest worry is what shoes will I wear!

Don't worry ange63, I'm sure you'll figure it out soon!

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