What its like to Wear AFO's? Any tips or advice?
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This hot summer long I have been wearing Ecco's white lace-up boots over my AFOs, with baggy linen trousers or jeans. My left AFO is quite uncomfortable, especially in the heat. I have an appointment at St Mary's Roehampton on 29 August so am managing with a rubber-like material called poron which I can cut to size, and chiropody felt etc till then. The heat and the discomfort do act as disincentives to do very much that involves walking. I am one of those strange people who prefers cool weather, even rain!!!
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I’m with you on preferring cool weather @Dibs it makes afos so sweaty and gross! Are Ecco shoes good? I’m having a nightmare with smarter shoes, as piedro have changed their styles!
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Am anxiously awaiting my first pair of Piedros. Yes, I find the Ecco lace-up ankle boots are comfortable for me. For smarter occasions I tend to wear black trousers and black ankle boots, although a new pair of white Eccos can look quite smart for a while, in the summer. Every day is a bit of a challenge in this heat.
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Piedros are really good, I’ve worn them for nearly 30 years! Are you getting them through orthotics?
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