High Heels - Every once in a while???

[Wtg]

Wow, I am so happy I found this site. I had begun to feel so alone with this knee pain problem.

I have a question...

I had an arthroscopy almost 5 months ago. The diagnosis was chondromalacia, grade 2.

I have been wearing sneakers & flat shoes ever since. But this weekend I would like to wear high heels under an evening gown.  I know the high heels aren't a good idea, sigh. I tried walking around the house and my knee was not happy. However, would a few hours would be okay? No dancing, just walking to get to and from (then it's all sitting). I don't want to damage my knee, but if the only consequence is a little soreness, then maybe it is okay? I will wear flats if this would set my recovery back.  I am hoping though that every once in a while, special occasions only, it is acceptable. ?

[Iona_-Uk]

I have grade 4 chrondro and normally I can only wear flaties or trainers, I do attempt to wear high heels sometimes though.

What I do is if I know I am going to have to wear high heels, such as a dinner or an interview, I take a few anti inflammtories a about 5 hours before, then some more just before I leave and that seems to help me a bit. I make sure I don't walk around too much and if possible I take the shoes off!.

Hope that helps.
Iona

[Erin]

I try to stay away from heels, but there are just times when the occasion calls for it, and I love wearing them even if it bugs my knees and ankle. So I take some tylenol and try to stay off my feet alot and Im usally fine. Just be careful! I almost fell off a curb.
I hope these replies help.
Erin

[windbarb]

Since my surgery, I've felt the same way ... for work and usual daily life, I try to stick to flats or slightly heeled loafers.  But every once in a while, the occasion calls for heels... I say pop a couple of ibuprofen and go for it!  And if you overdo the dancing, don't forget the ice.

Cheers,
Barb

[Emily]

I havent attempted anything high in a long time, just sneakers for now... but if you decide to wear heels you may want to have arch supports or something in them just to give yoru knee a little more support, and of course take pain killers before hand!

Good luck!

Emily

[Janet]

You also may want to practice walking in heels at home. You definitely don't want to fall because you're not used to them! Take it easy and have fun.

Janet