I'm looking for a replacement for Fitflop trainers.
I bought a pair of their running shoes (I wish!) in their sale so with codes, had a pair for under £50. Still a lot of money for someone on a budget, doesn't run and only wants a pair to wear around the house.
Well, they're bloomin' amazing! I have foot drop and either have to use an electronic device (functional electronic stimulation or FES) or a brace.
I no longer have to use either (around the house). They have a 'rolling' kind of motion that helps my foot move more naturally and helps my toes from stubbing the ground as I walk - keeping me upright
I've worn only Fitflops for years as they prevent plantar fasciitis pain. I ventured into a Skechers TSV years ago and can wear them for half a day before the PF pain comes back. I usually buy Fitful Rally trainers on sale. They stop the PF pain but I need help to stop the foot drop.
The problem with the amazing Fitflops is that they're a slip in (I suspect this is why they're in the sale permanently). I can't loosen the hole my foot fits in at all meaning I can't fit my foot-switch in that I still need if I want to walk outside the house. The other, and biggest problem, is that due to my damaged nerves I can't get my right foot in without squishing the heel cup. Sounds ridiculous and I can't explain why but I can't use my foot the way a normal person does. So, the heel cup has been broken a bit and is rubbing. Still okay (and so much easier than a normal shoe) for around the house, though.
I've seen the new replacements on Fitflop but they're £150! So, a few questions for anyone who knows more about running shoes than me.
Do all running trainers have that heel>toe rolling movement built in (I've seen a pair of Adidas for £36)?
I like the comfort Skechers give me so will the TSV give me both comfort and that roll I'm looking for?
If not, do they sell a running type shoe that will or can anyone else suggest something else that will give me the amazing feeling of walking so much better than my normal shoes?
Thanks, everyone.