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Calling all neuropathy people: Tips on footwear and avoiding falls

Posted by scain @scain, 9 hours ago

I was diagnosed with neuropathy of the feet, ankles a few years ago due to diabetes 2. I have since read and heard about the importance of maintaining wound free skin as I understand that diabetics healing time etc. is longer than normal. Here is my dilemma. I am 78 yrs. old and one of my biggest pleasures is going barefoot around the house and backyard. Living in the NE, spring is always welcomed and it is almost a rite of that season, to be barefoot. Okay, that said, I also pay attention to warnings about wounds. So I was in our basement a couple of days ago and fell. My thoughts are that I have diminished feeling in the soles of my feet and wearing slippers in the house only makes it worse. I am okay. I seem to have a knack for breaking my falls so that no real damage occurs but how about foregoing slippers in my house and maybe lessening the chances of falling again. Just looking for your thoughts about this subject. Thanks in advance.

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | 9 hours ago

Have you thought about or tried any of the barefoot type shoes? I have a few pairs that I wear when I'm not walking very far as they don't have any cushion but do protect the soles of your feet.

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mmwagner46 | @mmwagner46 | 8 hours ago
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Have you thought about or tried any of the barefoot type shoes? I have a few pairs that I wear when I'm not walking very far as they don't have any cushion but do protect the soles of your feet.

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@johnbishop What are barefoot type shoes? Brands?

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | 8 hours ago
In reply to @mmwagner46 "@johnbishop What are barefoot type shoes? Brands?" + (show)
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@johnbishop What are barefoot type shoes? Brands?

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@mmwagner46 - Xero shoes are the ones I like but they are a little pricey. Might want to check with your doctor first. I think they might not be recommended if you have problems with your feet and you have to get used to them gradually.

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mmwagner46 | @mmwagner46 | 7 hours ago
In reply to @johnbishop "@mmwagner46 - Xero shoes are the ones I like but they are a little pricey. Might..." + (show)
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@mmwagner46 - Xero shoes are the ones I like but they are a little pricey. Might want to check with your doctor first. I think they might not be recommended if you have problems with your feet and you have to get used to them gradually.

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@johnbishop thanks

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scain | @scain | 2 hours ago
In reply to @johnbishop "Have you thought about or tried any of the barefoot type shoes? I have a few..." + (show)
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Have you thought about or tried any of the barefoot type shoes? I have a few pairs that I wear when I'm not walking very far as they don't have any cushion but do protect the soles of your feet.

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I have seen them. pls. tell me where you ordered from . thanks.

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