Somewhat OT: Terrible time finding shoes

bfit · 12-27-20, 09:16 PM

I've written here several times about my long lasting serious foot injury. Well, now I am finally walking again, but I have new very thick orthotics plus my injured foot has an extra addition to the orthotic that makes the orthotic push my entire foot up very high in my shoes. Apparently, I will need to wear that extra piece on the orthotic for several months. The doctor said I would need to shop for shoes that fit with all of that extra height in there, and I can't find anything that doesn't smash the top of my foot up into my shoe and/or smash my toes in the front of the shoe so that my toes are almost numb. I've tried shoes for people with bunions, shoes for people with foot pain, extra wide shoes, etc., and nothing really works. I can't just get an extra large shoe because then it's falling off at the back of the foot. Does anyone have ideas?

star117 · 12-27-20, 09:58 PM

Maybe the sketchers type shoes that are 'bungee', not normal tying laces?

LAC · 12-27-20, 11:26 PM

It might be helpful to the visit the website healthyfeetstore.com and do a search for shoes with extra depth and/or removable footbeds (or any other options that might fit your situation). This is what came up when I did that search. If any of the results look interesting, maybe do some price comparisons on sites like shoes.com which usually has 25% off codes, or Zappos.com that has free shipping/returns.

bzar · 12-28-20, 12:10 AM

there was a time when i was wearing arch supports and on some brands, i removed the foot pad that came with the shoe. sometimes, they're glued in there, but with a little patience, they will come out without ripping. then you can insert your orthotics in there.

another tip - did you try men's shoes? for whatever reason, i prefer Nike men's shoes over any other brand.

FirmDancer · 12-28-20, 07:39 AM

Would some sort of sandal work for you - one that has a very adjustable strap across the top of your foot?

fanofladyvols · 12-28-20, 08:53 AM

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Originally Posted by FirmDancer

Would some sort of sandal work for you - one that has a very adjustable strap across the top of your foot?

That's what I was thinking..also maybe find one that has a velcro strap around the ankle like a Naot.

The advice above from bzar and LAC regarding the website and removable lining is spot on for the closed toe shoes too.

After my foot surgery, I wore a sandal or clog with a wool sock.

warriorprincess · 12-28-20, 11:50 AM

Clogs?

Sollamyn · 12-29-20, 09:38 AM

Orthoticshop is a good web store to check out. They have several different brands of "comfort" shoes. I have a swollen foot that may give me some problems for a few more months, so I am shopping around for shoes that are adjustable.

Good luck!

Donna

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12-27-20, 09:16 PM
bfit Join Date: Nov 2005	Somewhat OT: Terrible time finding shoes I've written here several times about my long lasting serious foot injury. Well, now I am finally walking again, but I have new very thick orthotics plus my injured foot has an extra addition to the orthotic that makes the orthotic push my entire foot up very high in my shoes. Apparently, I will need to wear that extra piece on the orthotic for several months. The doctor said I would need to shop for shoes that fit with all of that extra height in there, and I can't find anything that doesn't smash the top of my foot up into my shoe and/or smash my toes in the front of the shoe so that my toes are almost numb. I've tried shoes for people with bunions, shoes for people with foot pain, extra wide shoes, etc., and nothing really works. I can't just get an extra large shoe because then it's falling off at the back of the foot. Does anyone have ideas?

12-27-20, 09:58 PM
star117 Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Virginia	Maybe the sketchers type shoes that are 'bungee', not normal tying laces?

12-27-20, 11:26 PM
LAC Join Date: Apr 2006	It might be helpful to the visit the website healthyfeetstore.com and do a search for shoes with extra depth and/or removable footbeds (or any other options that might fit your situation). This is what came up when I did that search. If any of the results look interesting, maybe do some price comparisons on sites like shoes.com which usually has 25% off codes, or Zappos.com that has free shipping/returns.

12-28-20, 12:10 AM
bzar Exchange Moderator Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: PalmTreeVille	there was a time when i was wearing arch supports and on some brands, i removed the foot pad that came with the shoe. sometimes, they're glued in there, but with a little patience, they will come out without ripping. then you can insert your orthotics in there. another tip - did you try men's shoes? for whatever reason, i prefer Nike men's shoes over any other brand. __________________ ~jeannine Miyagi: Wax on, right hand. Wax off, left hand. Wax on, wax off. Breathe in through nose, out the mouth. Wax on, wax off. Don't forget to breathe, very important. [walks away, still making circular motions with hands] ~ Pat Morita, The Karate Kid, 1984 disclosure: in the years 2002-2004 i had a professional relationship with a distributor of fitness videos; see profile.

12-28-20, 07:39 AM
FirmDancer VF Supporter Join Date: Apr 2002	Would some sort of sandal work for you - one that has a very adjustable strap across the top of your foot? __________________ “Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming "Wow! What a Ride!” -- Hunter S. Thompson

12-28-20, 11:50 AM
warriorprincess Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: West Palm Beach, Florida	Clogs? __________________ Nancy S. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~* You're only 1 workout away from a good mood.

12-29-20, 09:38 AM
Sollamyn Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: S. Illinois	Orthoticshop is a good web store to check out. They have several different brands of "comfort" shoes. I have a swollen foot that may give me some problems for a few more months, so I am shopping around for shoes that are adjustable. Good luck! Donna __________________ Someone who thinks logically provides a nice contrast to the real world. unknown