Guest guest Posted May 29, 1999 Report Share Posted May 29, 1999 At 02:51 PM 5/29/1999 -0700, Brande wrote: > >Hi Everybody, > >I hope this is permitted....what I am >doing is going through the Archives, >and I am reposting part of a real old >message here, because I want to know >something. That's great, Brande. Many of our members are new and an information group like ours must be patient in reposting old answers over again. Your inquisitiveness will help lots of others get answers too. Thanks. > it says if you have >Chiari you should not go Barefoot? >Why? Because the shock on the heel is transmitted right up the spine to the neck and can aggravate chiari symptoms. It's best to wear a good pair of cushioned sneakers when walking. ronny World ACM Association http://www.pressenter.com/~wacma ------------------------------------------------------------------------ eGroups.com home: /group/chiari - Simplifying group communications Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 29, 1999 Report Share Posted May 29, 1999 Thanks for all the info on wearing air cushioned shoes and that you shouldn't go barefoot. Boy am I in trouble (I live in florida) & I can't stand to wear shoes - only wear them when I go out I am constantly barefoot. My mom just brought me over a pair of Nike air walks cause I have been having so many problems with my legs and feet. I put them on (tee, hee) and walked to the corner store I almost didn't make it back home my feet went numb first and then my legs went into major spasms. Thanks for posting this again as I am fairly new. Geez wonder how long it will take me to get used to this but heck it will make me a few inches taller since I am so short LOL ------------------------------------------------------------------------ eGroups.com home: /group/chiari - Simplifying group communications Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 29, 1999 Report Share Posted May 29, 1999 Hi , If the Nike airs have that effect on you then why try to get used to them? Your body is telling you that it doesn't like them. I dont wear shoes at home or in the yard, Only when stepping out *G* Re: Why not go barefoot? >Thanks for all the info on wearing air cushioned shoes and that you shouldn't >go barefoot. Boy am I in trouble (I live in florida) & I can't stand to wear >shoes - only wear them when I go out I am constantly barefoot. My mom just >brought me over a pair of Nike air walks cause I have been having so many >problems with my legs and feet. I put them on (tee, hee) and walked to the >corner store I almost didn't make it back home my feet went numb first and >then my legs went into major spasms. Thanks for posting this again as I am >fairly new. Geez wonder how long it will take me to get used to this but >heck it will make me a few inches taller since I am so short LOL > > >------------------------------------------------------------------------ > >eGroups.com home: /group/chiari > - Simplifying group communications > > > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ eGroups.com home: /group/chiari - Simplifying group communications Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 29, 1999 Report Share Posted May 29, 1999 I have never liked wearing shoes and go barefoot as much as possible. It helped growing up in Florida:) I haven't noticed that this has caused problems. But then, I am writing this email in the middle of a thunderstorm:) ACM1 (6-16mm depending on the MRI), decompressed 1/7/1999, and taking far too many risks with her life:) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ eGroups.com home: /group/chiari - Simplifying group communications Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 29, 1999 Report Share Posted May 29, 1999 Hi, I should think whatever feels right... if you feel better barefoot, go barefoot. For years I could only wear moccasins, the stiff soles of regular shoes would trip me up. Wasted a lot of money on a pair of orthopedic shoes, and other kinds... now I must have high-top shoes, not too heavy or bulky soled, but with a definite sole... almost opposite of what I needed at first! I found a pair with VELCRO fastenings! Joy! Since I don't walk a lot I am not as concerned with the cushioned support, now. So you need to shop around taking your needs and preferences into consideration along with the experience and suggestions found here. Remember the reasons why these shoes are recommended, and adapt to your self! Luella eGroups.com home: /group/chiari www. - Simplifying group communications Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 30, 1999 Report Share Posted May 30, 1999 Hi all, For sandles I wear Birkenstocks... with all that cork they seem to absorb lots of jarring. Also, at a mall here there is a new Walking Store... and they have some very nice looking shoes with lots of cush that could be worn with pantyhose when you wear a dress. (No, guys... sorry this is for the women.) The store also sells Birkenstocks and also has walking sticks... some are pretty fancy... some fold up... really nice for folks who loose their balance easy. Be ware that these shoes are probably gonna cost between $60 and $120 though. Suzanne C. from St. Louis ------------------------------------------------------------------------ eGroups.com home: /group/chiari - Simplifying group communications Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 1, 1999 Report Share Posted June 1, 1999 In a message dated 5/29/99 6:43:33 PM Eastern Daylight Time, ronny@... writes: << Because the shock on the heel is transmitted right up the spine to the neck and can aggravate chiari symptoms. It's best to wear a good pair of cushioned sneakers when walking. >> Speaking of good shoes......I found a pair of REALLY cushioned shoes if anyone is looking for some, there Spalding Cross Training!! They have an air transfer channel in the bottom of them, and boy are they ever comfy!! I may not do the cross training but these are great!! (oh wait, I chase after kids all the time, I guess I do do a lot of running) *S* Take Care everyone!! Hope you all enjoyed your weekend!! Luv ya, Amy Jo in MI ********************************************************************** ACM 1, 5 mm herniation, Suboccipital Craniectomy w/Duraplasty (my own), Laminectomy C-1, surgery 10-12-98, worst symptoms prior to surgery were severe headaches, dizziness/falling......post-op same symptoms came back, but not nearly as severe!!!! And yes......I think the surgery was a success, if I had it to do all over again.....I would!! =oÞ E-mail address AJisbak123@... ********************************************************************** ------------------------------------------------------------------------ eGroups.com home: /group/chiari - Simplifying group communications Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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