Hey, Alexandria. I hope you get this message. My name is Lisa. I am 46. I had ankle fusion last May and it was the best decision I ever made. I have no pain whatsoever and can do anything I want, I have even been doing Zumba and Step Aerobics, things I have not been able to do in over 20 years. It has truly been the best decision of my life. I no longer walk with a limp, either--it is fantastic!!! The only problems I have encountered with shoes is the foot that I had the surgery on seems to always be slightly puffy/swollen, which makes some shoes either fit too tightly or creates the need to go up half a size. The second is that I find wearing mules (slip ons) a bit difficult, so shoes with a strap do better. I am wearing heels, though, well wedges. EBay is undoubtedly the best place to find shoes. Look for Aerosoles. The have a line that has "light" in the name that is a great shoe. Lots of padding, very cute with slight (2in) wedge. Also look at Privo by Clarks which has a "sporty/rubbery" sole. That is what I mainly wore while I was in the walking boot, but still wear today. Easy Spirits also have some great shoes. All of these you should be able to find the "normal" you are looking for. Good luck with your surgery. I know you will do great. Take care.
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Hey, Alexandria. I hope you get this message. My name is Lisa. I am 46. I had ankle fusion last May and it was the best decision I ever made. I have no pain whatsoever and can do anything I want, I have even been doing Zumba and Step Aerobics, things I have not been able to do in over 20 years. It has truly been the best decision of my life. I no longer walk with a limp, either--it is fantastic!!! The only problems I have encountered with shoes is the foot that I had the surgery on seems to always be slightly puffy/swollen, which makes some shoes either fit too tightly or creates the need to go up half a size. The second is that I find wearing mules (slip ons) a bit difficult, so shoes with a strap do better. I am wearing heels, though, well wedges. EBay is undoubtedly the best place to find shoes. Look for Aerosoles. The have a line that has "light" in the name that is a great shoe. Lots of padding, very cute with slight (2in) wedge. Also look at Privo by Clarks which has a "sporty/rubbery" sole. That is what I mainly wore while I was in the walking boot, but still wear today. Easy Spirits also have some great shoes. All of these you should be able to find the "normal" you are looking for. Good luck with your surgery. I know you will do great. Take care.
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