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Soft tissue injury to the heel...in a boot ...how can I make walking easier ?

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bizzey · 26/03/2023 19:00

As it says ...I have a boot and 2 crutches but am managing indoors with just one crutch and /or wall and counter tops .

But my gait is all out of sorts and my back is now starting to play up.

I am wearing a croc shoe on the other foot ( normally I am just socks indoors) but I can still fell the imbalance.

Has anyone had this type of injury before and how long the pain lasts ?

I am due a call from fracture clinic during the week just to confirm there is no break ( X ray taken at minor injuries)

Thank you .

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Original poster
bizzey · 27/03/2023 16:06

Just bumping in case anyone can help.

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MrsMoastyToasty · 27/03/2023 17:10

I'm currently wearing a boot too!
Wear a shoe on the good foot that has a bit of a heel to make up the difference in height. My current shoe of choice is a loafer.

Original poster
bizzey · 27/03/2023 17:57

Hello fellow Bootie !

Yes I am alternating between a croc shoe which is still too low and just my tip toe !

What was your injury ?

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bizzey · 27/03/2023 17:57

Going downstairs I still have to do one foot at a time .

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FrillyGoatFluff · 27/03/2023 18:57

I had a boot for a while and had the same issue, I wore really chunky trainer on my good foot.

I also had another problem. A very active, newly crawly 10 month old who discovered the unbelievable joy of ripping the Velcro open. Kept her entertained at least!

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bizzey · 27/03/2023 19:21

FrillyGoatFluff 😂😂 that is so sweet !!

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MaggieThatchersFridge · 27/03/2023 19:27

Honestly I don’t think there’s loads you can do to even it up, so I’d concentrate on stretching out your back, calves, hamstrings etc as much as you’re able?

MrsMoastyToasty · 27/03/2023 22:10

I fell down one step at home and badly sprained my ankle. I was booted up because the walk in centre wanted to refer my xrays to the main hospital to check for fractures. Am now weaning off it.

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bizzey · 28/03/2023 00:57

Thank you all for taking time to reply.
Yes Maggie...I think I do need to concentrate on the other areas as well

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RoobarbandCustud · 28/03/2023 01:06

Don't know how long you need the boot, but you can get an 'Evenup' to attach to the other shoe to make if level with the boot.

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bizzey · 28/03/2023 01:11

Oh my word ..thank you !

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olympicsrock · 28/03/2023 01:46

You need a raised surgical shoe on the other side to even your shoe height.

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