I broke my first metatarsal on my left foot back in February and I was non-weight-bearing in a boot for 7 to 8…

I broke my first metatarsal on my left foot back in February and I was non-weight-bearing in a boot for 7 to 8 weeks. The last few weeks I have started physical therapy and I am back to walking. I was recommended to buy Brooks shoes so I bought the Brooks Ariel 26 women’s shoes and I was also recommended to use hiking boots as they are good for stability. However, the hiking boots feel very heavy on my feet and I don’t feel like my balance is good. I am noticing in both of these the shoes and hiking boots that my foot that was broken with the first metatarsal is rolling outward. My doctor was trying to tell me that the Brooks shoes are known for that, however it’s also happening in the hiking boots. Has anyone else had this problem after beginning to walk again? And is this something that will correct it itself is it just from non-weight-bearing for so long?

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Community comment#1

I tried Brooks, but went back to my Sketchers...I have 3 pairs!!

Community reply · In reply to an earlier comment#2

Debbie Broxton Rinehart did u have a rolling problem

Community comment#3

Brooks makes a shoe that has a neutral correction. It doesn't push your foot out(for pronator) or in (forget the term). You may to dig deeper. I found most shoes are designed for pronators.

Community comment#4

I have a similar problem. Only i roll my feet to the inside. Which has caused multiple problems including torn ligaments, stress fractures and now I need a joint replacement. I wear hiking boots. But I wear means shoes. Thry have a wider toe box. Look for hiking shoes rather then hiking boots. I like sketchers. Hiking sandals are also nice.

Community comment#5

It could be from trying to avoid the pain. Try taking slow steps focusing on proper loading of the foot. You probably just need practice getting back into it.