What's on your Wednesday Menu?
I feel for you with the tight shoes. When I have to dress up to go somewhere, my first thought is what shoes will I need with this and will I be able to stand them. Because of my balance issues and worrying about falling I have worn tennis shoes almost every day for the last year. Flipflops and sandals do not have enough support for me now. I am going to do some rehab to work on the balance issues.
I was having hip pain and worried that I would need a hip replacement. I had x-rays last week and there is no problem with the hip. The orthopedic specialist says the pain is nerve related. He said the good news is that it should get better. Just part of growing older and dealing with a body that seems to always have some issues.
Real life begins where your comfort zone ends
Hoka has a recovery shoe out that Shelia brought to my attention. You may want to look into it just to have another shoe option. Hoka Sandals
HW 299 SW 290 CW 139 GW 140 2/08/2019 OPERATION: Surgical Hernia with excision of total surface area of 55 x 29 cm of abdominal skin.
on 7/19/23 12:53 pm
I have Archies flip flops. They have arch support. If the hokas don't work they may be another option.
HW: 306 SW: 282 GW: 145 (reached 2/6/19) CW:150
Jen
a great way to work on your balance is to practice standing on one foot only while brushing your teeth or doing dishes. You can lean your hips into the counter if you need additional support while you build strength. Switch feet back and forth and extend the time you are able to balance on one foot. It's nice gentle core work to start strengthening your core and begin to rebuild balance skills.
on 7/19/23 11:44 am
I have a wide toe box, which I didn't know was a thing till 10 years ago. I always cringe when seeing those pointy-toed witch shoes women cram their feet into. Or stiletto heels. I'm glad they work for people but yeah, I don't like putting my feet in torture devices!
HW 282, LW 123.4 (8/29/23), CW 144.4
Pre-op-33, M1-12, M2-17, M3-14, M4-11, M5-14, M6-5, M7-6, M8-5, M9-22, M10-6, M11-5, M12-2, M13-2, M14-5
I've got fancy pairs of black and brown shoes that I will never, ever wear out. I can't imagine wearing such things every day.
6'3" tall, male.
Highest weight was 475. RNY on 08/21/12. Current weight: 198.
M1 -24; M2 -21; M3 -19; M4 -21; M5 -13; M6 -21; M7 -10; M8 -16; M9 -10; M10 -8; M11 -6; M12 -5.
Price is right was on Sunday night. I do believe there is a new one tonight, but it may not be till 9. I'll be at the funeral so won't be able to watch it with you tonight.
HW 299 SW 290 CW 139 GW 140 2/08/2019 OPERATION: Surgical Hernia with excision of total surface area of 55 x 29 cm of abdominal skin.