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Which slippers if you have planter fasciitis?

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BoftheP · 31/10/2014 21:52

I'm probably not going to like the answer but am hoping someone out there can point me in the direction of something comfortable, supportive but not "old lady" ta.

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unlucky83 · 01/11/2014 22:28

I wear flattering sandals Hmm as slippers - they are £5 -£10 and you get them from cheap shoe shops (Shoezone) or a market...
Current ones say 'Gezer' on them
They have adjustable width straps and bump for your arch...and they are vaguely cushioned. I wear orthoheel (or ebay rip off ones) arch supports in all my outdoor shoes. If you can't bear the 'sandal' look I would just get more conventional slippers and stick supports in them

The sandals come in various colours but I usually end up with the beige ones when they are reduced! They are a bit granny like...
And after 6 months or so (I wear them inside - so for most of the day, everyday) the sole used to crack under my toe joints - from crouching in them (same thing used to happen to doc martens shoes when I wore them for work) but recently the tops have come lose from the soles ...
But they are really comfortable (so much so I have gone out in them by accident a couple of times - then realised I was wearing sandals and socks - such a good look!)

itsbetterthanabox · 01/11/2014 23:59

Are crocs good for plantar fasciitis? I'd always thought they would be terrible as they'd give no support am I wrong? They do nicer looking ones now don't they.

Beautifullymixed · 02/11/2014 08:15

My crocs feel like I'm walking on air. All through the summer I wore birkies, havaianas and converse out of the house, but as soon as I get in-the crocs go on. My ds 10 and 8 are so well trained that they will find wherever I've kicked them off on my way out,and bring them straight to me. Doing this healed my extremely painful PF.
I was unable to walk on hard floors, far too painful. I can now,a year on, but prefer not to. It's crocs all the way for the future (inside only though Blush )
Have accepted that I'll never wear trendy, flat soled sandals again, but there are so many alternatives that don't have me hobbling in pain ,that I'm fine with that.

colafrosties · 02/11/2014 09:16

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Beautifullymixed · 02/11/2014 09:34

Cola both look beautifully comfy and soft on the feet. I do like the fact that I can put my crocs in the washing machine though. I always seem to be walking through cat sick some spillage or other, and love the wipe clean aspect.
I also love sports pool sandals for the same reason. Soft, cushioned soles and washable materials. I'm a glamour puss me. Smile

unlucky83 · 02/11/2014 11:27

Beautifully - I wear converse or at least converse type shoes outside for most of the summer - but with an insert in - find it makes a world of difference. Support shoes but son't look like they are!
(Although if you aren't used to them you might have to start with short amounts of time.)
I had PF in early pregnancy -and hip problems later when heavier (I have a dodgy leg anyway so put more weight on side/twist my spine so have had on/off back/hip problems for years)
I got sent to a 'specialist' mobility shop - who fitted/recommended orthoheels....used to pay £25 a pair but discovered you can get them (generic) on ebay for about £10 - so not a big investment and worth trying...
I now have several pairs (wider men's ones and ladies) and they stay in my shoes so don't need to faff about changing them. (Obviously don't work in slip on type shoes!) and I take a pair when trying on new shoes to make sure they still fit...

Beautifullymixed · 02/11/2014 14:14

Unlucky I used to wear a memory foam heel insert (poundland buy) when suffering. It did help a bit.
I'm now able to cope without, but wouldn't wear converse if on my feet for hours non stop.
I'm a TA and the kids think I'm cool with my leopard print , and sequinned converse. Smile

BoftheP · 02/11/2014 15:59

The M & S secret support ugg style slippers didn't look like they had much support to me, just a thick foam insole. Looks like crocs and thick socks it is then.

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hugoagogo · 02/11/2014 17:01

I was looking at some like these in tkmaxx today, they did seem nicely padded.

LosBreakingBad · 02/11/2014 18:56

Hug I've got those slippers. They are so comfortable and supportive. I have arthritis, hyper mobility and some sort of painful issue with my toe joints. I can't walk barefoot anymore but find these slippers extremely comfortable. I think they look a bit frumpy though. Others may disagree.

Beautifullymixed · 02/11/2014 19:11

OP i have had a bath, and now am sporting pjs, thick socks and my crocs. Bliss I look oh so stylish
Grin

hollyisalovelyname · 11/11/2014 16:45

Fitflop fur lined ankle boots would be great.
I think they are called Fitflop Mukluk

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