question about ankle brace

[wren]

Sometimes odd questions bring good answers from all you bloggers out there. the things the doctors forget to tell you.

My fractured ankle is healing,I have graduated to a lighter weight brace. I am not sure how to explain it. It fits onto my foot, laces around my leg and then has a couple of straps. The problem is is – it is an “inside brace” I haven’t been able to find a shoe the right shape or size to put my foot into. Any thoughts>

Wren

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[wsmama3]

sneakers work? Danskos are pretty wide. Those are my two go to shoes while healing.

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[miws]

Wren, would one of these orthopedic sandals work for you?

Mike

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[wsmama3]

I was thinking- I always just put my boot back on. Between wet and being not very graceful I just figured it was a safe bet. Hope you find something that works!

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[wren]

Hello

sneakers aren’t really an option for me. I spoke to my doctor’s assistant and she was actually quite flummoxed about my problem. I may have to go back in.

Mike the orthopedic sandle looks more like what I would want. Do you know where I could get one?

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[jwws]

Hi wren!

In true NW “style” you can always go this route!

http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=Z59fQ12OR0A&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DZ59fQ12OR0A

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[wren]

Hi

I guess I’m being a little obtuse here, it looks like a very open sandle and cold weather is coming, plus where would I find it?

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[JEM]

Maybe a pair of Ugg knock-offs (those shearling slipper looking boots) from big 5 or target? They seem wide so maybe will work.

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[KatherineL]

Wren, how long will you have to wear this brace? Are you looking for something for the next few weeks, or is it a more permanent problem?

How about galoshes? Or a galosh.

Have you looked at men’s sizes to find something? They usually come wider than women’s.

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[miws]

Wren, I’ve never done business with them, but you might want to give Kleenwell Medical Services a call: (206) 433-0715.

They’re located in Burien, at: 15455 4th Ave SW Ste B.

Yeah, the cold/wet weather potential may be an issue…

Mike

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[wren]

just wanted to stay thanks everyone for all our thoughts and suggestions. turns out I had the brace on upside down (duh) and I can wear my regular shoes just fine now. alls well that ends well.

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[wren]

just wanted to stay thanks everyone for all your thoughts and suggestions. turns out I had the brace on upside down (duh) and I can wear my regular shoes just fine now. alls well that ends well.

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[KatherineL]

Thanks for letting us know, Wren. Get well soon.

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