Wednesday, June 12, 2013

Gait Wear down on affected side (leg/foot)

This is one of my favorite pair of boots. The above picture shoes the affected leg/foot (left). The shoe shows the gait difference between the right, my normal side compared to my left side. I have a huge gait on my left and my shoes wear down a lot faster. It is not fun but it is reality. I have started to limit my days of wearing high heels to a few when going to work. The reason; to avoid creating a bigger gait  on my favorite shoes/boots/flip flops etc.  I want to use my favorite pair of shoes for the events in life with meaning.

Advice:
I have started to purchase the brands that are known for comfort. I have also started to purchase the lower high heels (range of high heel 2-4 inches; mostly 2 inches).  As in my other posts; I love shoes and finding the best deals for the shoes that look great.
I love the high high heels but I know that my gait is what it is. I understand it and have learned to accept it. I do not use inserts anymore because of my leg and hip size difference (left-affected side is shorter).
Go and buy the shoes you want. If you buy the high high heels; bring a paid of low flats or flip flops to change into when it gets to be too much. I do this. I put the extra pair of shoes in my purse or in the car I came in.  Shoes are one of girls best friends.... Therefore; if you love shoes like me; embrace it and go buy those shoes you want! Inspire others! Do not worry about the gait with being a survivor!

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