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Well its done, had the grand turn out that I've been avoiding for ages. Just over four years since being diagnosed and only now have I realised that those long narrow feet I used to own have decided to become lumpy painful chunks that that will only tolerate sensible shoes with the addition of a hosptial made inner sole.
Yes I cried to see the heels, strappy sandals, nobacked pale blue suade mules, my lovely lovely hugely expensive brown leather boots with soles that are as hard as rock that totally cripple me, etc etc go. The new shoes with labels still in that I was waiting to wear for when my feet got better went to the charity shop and the rest consigned to the bin.
But there are some positives, I now buy shoes with a good supportive sole, I buy the right size no more cramming my feet into something thats okay, now it has to be right, I don't worry about if they will go with skirts, If they are comfy I'll buy them regardless of colour or what outfit they may go with. It is easier buying for long fatter feet than long very narrow feet. Also there is now plenty of room in the wardrobe...... think I can feel a handbag fetish coming on.
I'm also debating buying some flit flops, as many of you have said how comfy they are, I tried some on but couldn't seem to keep them on, is it something you get used to? or should you be able to walk in them straight away, I think the toe post might be the issue.
Happy shoes to all
Sheila
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Oh no! I don't think I will ever be able to bring myself to throw my shoes away.
My podiatrist said flip flops - in fact any kind of shoe where you have to grip to keep it on - is very bad for your feet.
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i know how it is i gave my shoes to a friend who is in seven heaven now and i wear what is comfy i don't care these days as long as its comfort,i do buy my shoes from the shoe tailor on line and another friend i have suffers odema and she was delighted at the choice they have,worth a look and they do some lovely styles i have now started a new collection of them,good luck dorothy.
ps,i agree not flip flops,not a good idea
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Hi Sheila
Boy, does your post bring back memories!
It took me ages to make the decision to part with all my lovely shoes ,even though I knew I'd never be able to wear them again. I think psychologically it was all about being in denial that my life had changed forever. I clung on to some desperate hope that I might be able to wear them again one day.
I gave all my lovely shoes to the charity shop I support so it was good to know that they'd be helping a good cause.
I'm fortunate that my feet aren't too bad at the moment. The boggest problem is heels over 1" and anything too pointed.
I've found some comfortable shoes in Jones the Bootmaker, which are quite nice, for work. I also love 60's mod style shoes, so I can wear loafers and lace up shoes.
I'm getting used to giving up my lovely high shoes- I now do other things to compensate- currently nail varnish and earrings are my latest craze!
Maria
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I agree with comments here - shoes are now bought for comfort and colour is my main choice!! But I'm definitely into accessories now - scarves, handbags, earrings, necklaces - you name it I try and colour coordinate it - it's lovely to focus on something bright and beautiful, and shopping has become a favorite pastime again both on-line and in shops. Plus I've found getting tired is a great excuse for spending lots of happy chatting in town centre cafes and bars - (oops that makes me sound like the "nutter on the bus", but I mean chatting with my daughters and friends who come with me!!!). On the subject of flip flops - I was never a great fan of them because like you they felt weird between my toes and kept falling off! However I bought some Fit-Flops last year, which are much sturdier with a thick spongy sole, and more importantly which fit my buniony feet and I hoped would help strengthen my flat arches - now I wear them all the time around the house and garden and they are really comfy and cool and much better than slippers Be kinder than is necessary because everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle
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Quick question on this topic - Im off on holiday soon and having been told by my orthotist "flats are crap" to quote his words - what am I meant to wear on my feet?
I cant wear the heels, but cant wear the flats :-(
he has provided me with inserts but they only fit in my trainers...... oh no... dilema, trainers and skirts/dresses really dont go together
STUCK - any of you got any ideas on makes that are not flat, but might go with a dress/skirt?
My son works at Schuh and is keeping his eyes open for any ideas - have any of you got any that might help.
Tina
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Hi Tina - when he said "flats" perhaps he meant the sort of ballet shoes/pumps/dolly shoes that are so popular nowadays - they have no support and the sole is so thin that they don't cushion the foot. I tend to avoid dresses during the day and wear "sensible" shoes from Hotter, but in the evening I try a low heel court shoe or peep toe, but I always carry a spare pair of really comfy fit-flops so I can swop to give my feet a rest. Cheers - Sylvia xx Be kinder than is necessary because everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle
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Dear RA friends,
The last time I wore high heels was at my son`s wedding, and that is 13 years ago.
I am afraid since then it has been comfy wide shoes, mostly trainers from HOTTER shoes. I can`t wear flat shoes, need 1/2" heel and shoes, that support my ankles. All very unglamorous. Tha`ts,.` why these days I mostly wear trousers that hides my shoes and ankles. I am so scared of falling, so anything that makes me feel safer, I go for. Let`s face it, good fitting and wide shoes keep your toes straight and hopefully you won`t get painful bunions. We have enough to struggle with already with painful bones and joints.
Stay safe on your feet.
Merete
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Just wondering if you have looked at the Hotter range, Sylvia. I, too, like to accessorise with scarves, jewellery, bags etc and have found the colours in the Hotter range are fantastic.xx
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Oh......shoes....shoes......shoes.......I just loved my shoes. When I first started coming on here and links would be put up about shoes, I would click on the link, look at the grannie type shoes and think to myself. 'I'm never going to wear them sort of shoes'.....A few years later I now realise that when you've got wear them sort of shoes, well, you've GOT to wear them sort of shoes. I was only talking to my daughter last week about how I begrudge paying £50+ for a pair of sensible shoes that I would now wear everyday, when in my previous life I would and have paid that much for a pair of shoes that only come on on posh occasions. I have boxes of high heeled shoes sitting at the top of my wardrobe that I just can't part with. I have just sorted some out for a charity bag, but I just can't part with my most favorite shoes, yes, I know I won't ever beable to wear the very hgh heel ones. I always use to wear heels all the time, but thanks to steroids I have managed to wear some very low heels a few times and I have so much enjoyed feeling abit like the old me for a while. Shoe's just finish your outfit off, whats the point of putting on a nice dress when you have to wear some stupid unflattering shoes? Anyone reading this who still can enjoy shoes..........wear them at every opportunity that you can, I wish I had.I was told that flats are the worst to wear, the ballerina pump ones. Was told that I needed to wear a full shoe, with support all the way around, ones with either Velcro fastenings or laces  Must agree with Jean about Hotters, they do seem to have the most fashionable range of shoes and they do them in lovely colours. Tina.....Flyflots are also good, they do do sandals. I have a few pairs. They are comfortable to walk in very soft inner soles. Paver's sell them, there is a shop in the Designer Village just off junction 28 M1. Just googled Hotters and they have a shop in Meadow Hall. If you have time before you go away you could give them a try, better than buying from the internet....try before you buy. Paula
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Crikey....another reason to hope my daughter never gets RA, she's got about 80 pairs of shoes! I would say out of that amount, only about 12 pairs are trainers or flats, the rest are killer heels!  I love flyflots, they are so comfortable! I only have 3 pairs but these are the ones I wear all the time. 2 pairs of sandals and one pair of shoes, not a velcro fastening in sight! After 11 years of RA I still have not got rid of the shoes I can't wear. I keep looking ,thinking I will sort them out for a charity shop, but then leave them where they are "just in case". A girl can dream  Doreen xx
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This really has got us all dreaming hasnt it.
I only have a few pairs of high heels as my partner tends to make me walk to our evening locations (ok for men in their flats), however I do have one very very special pair - my daughter came out wearing them the other night.... I should have been happy to see them being used, but the thought of handing them over to someone else (even my loving daughter) was still hard - let alone giving them to charity :-(
I have Thursday off work, so might just take a trip to Meadow Hall to look in Hotters - thanks for that advice - will let you know how it goes. I contacted my holiday resort to ask why they say its not suitable for those with walking difficulties - steps, steps and loads more steps..... errrrr.... they can give me ground floor, but pool is on 6th floor, and/or clubhouse is 5 min walk via more steps..... think these shoes will be necessity if im not going to be stuck in my room for the week.
Off to google Hotters and flyflots :-)
Tina
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