I had my right ankle fused a year ago next week and watched your videos in the first few weeks of my operation after 4 months thought I would never walk properly again but after about 7 months I am walking brilliantly and can do 20000 steps a day I do wear rocker trainers during the week but normal golf shoes for golf. Your videos really helped me when I was recovering 👍👍
Thanks for these videos, it gives me hope and lets me know what to expect. I think im down the road of getting ankle fusions on BOTH ankles. Im impressed with how active people are able to be with them. At first I was a bit apprehensive but now I am ready to have them right this moment because I just want to get on with life haha
Thank you so much for your videos, channel and honesty. I'm now nearly 11 weeks post fusion on my left ankle and like yourself have had a very long journey to get to this stage. Since finding your channel whilst sat here recovering, you've completely put my mind at rest for what's to come after seeing the consultant next week when I begin to hopefully, fingers crossed, put full weight, through my ankle. I'm also a teaching but in a college for learners with SEN teaching DofE and believe it or not, I can easily do 10,000 steps in a day, sometimes way more if I'm responding to behavioural incidents 🤣 but I haven't been able to walk with my students for the last 2 years in expedition so I'm hoping next year, post fusion I should be able to. Anyway, tonight, I'm ordering my MBT's ready for going back to work in May hopefully and my fitflops ready for holiday to Majorca in August. Thank you again 🙌🏻
@@anklefusionguy did you suffer with quite a red ankle/leg post operation? Before it started putting full weight through it again? I'm guessing it's normal at this stage seen as I'm not fully weight bearing but thought I'd ask
@@anklefusionguy ok. That's fine. I can live with the discolouration as long as I don't have the acute pain I had pre fusion, which touch wood has just gone now. Which is really quite a surreal feeling to be honest as I've had pain in that ankle constantly for 9 years since I initially broke it . If you ever want anyone else to talk about 'their story' on your channel reach out and I'd be happy to share mine if it helps others
@@anklefusionguy then I'll have to try them on at the store, I found a store in Frankfurt today, they had a shelf with only MBTs in the window, but now I'm on vacation, I'll wait until they come back, if you said it's narrower, it's best to try it first
almost how much does it take after ankle arthodese to walk without a limp ? i had subtalar fusion calcaneous osteomy 6 months ago . but still it pains . will it continue to pain even after a long time ( 1 year post operation ) ? and i am not able to buy mbt shoes here , so other best alternative ?
I have a fused ankle for 8 years and I used MBT even before the surgery. However MBT shoes have decreased in quality and diversity (in my opinion). Any other brands that have rocker soles in casual shoes?
Have you tried OC cloud flyers ? I had ankle fusion 2yrs aho this month, my sugeon approved ! Inlooked at mbt in CAN, they are very expensive, how long do your mbt's last for ?
Thanks for the vids. MBT don't have my size for the z3000's. What other mbts would you recommend. Have you tried the huracan's? I've been in hokas since my fusion and they have been okay.
I didn’t like the huracans, the sole was too soft and didn’t really rock. I think the GT range is good, slightly smaller sole than the z3000 but very similar. Please let me know if you purchase
I feel normal but I am aware that joints in my knee and foot might suffer as I get older because they compensate a little for the ankle joint. I will cross this problem if and when it occurs. At the moment I have quite a normal life and can walk well in my MBTs. Barefoot walking is not so comfortable
hello, I also had a fusion on my left ankle but only between the talus and the calcaneus, I am 3.5 months after the operation and I have started the recovery for 2 weeks, I can walk without crutches but I still can't find the right pair of sneakers, I saw that you recommend MBT Z3000 I am interested in buying but near Frankfurt I can't find them only on Amazon and I should try them first. I have size 42, does the size fit or do I need a bigger number, I ask because I have no way to try, thanks in advance.
@@florind9554 I wasn’t able to try before I bought also. I just had to guess. The size is the same for me. I have also been able to fit in 1/2 size smaller and 1/2 bigger when my size was not available
Any info on recovery timeline? I had anckle fusion done 3 months ago in the Netherlands. At 12 weeks surgeon was very happy with the result and its considered fused. I still depend on crutches tho. Putting full weight on with walking is a problem and there is alot of swelling around the joint
Sorry I can’t remember exactly the time frame. I just know I gradually put more weight through the ankle with crutches until I was eventually able to walk crutch free. Maybe another 6 to 10 weeks
I was not using crutches after 3months, 2yrs post op, I find I get slightly swollen and still feel nerve issues, but I still do physio and wear good shoes, Rocker style is best.
Hello, what level rocker bottom should start out with post ankle fusion?. I'm looking into the MBT. I'm still in the boot, slowly transitioning from the boot.
I’m sorry I didn’t know there were different levels of rocket bottom. All I know is that the MBT Zee range trainers are the best and most comfortable I have worn. Try those
Sometimes I wear a pair of shoes with my suit. They don’t have a rocker bottom sole but they have a rubber sole that is soft and cushiony. It is ok to wear these for 1 evening
Hello. I just use the MBT store Europe website. You can google no problem. I also have sometimes ordered them from Amazon although they can be a bit more expensive there.
I had my right ankle fused a year ago next week and watched your videos in the first few weeks of my operation after 4 months thought I would never walk properly again but after about 7 months I am walking brilliantly and can do 20000 steps a day I do wear rocker trainers during the week but normal golf shoes for golf. Your videos really helped me when I was recovering 👍👍
Glad I could help. Good luck in your recovery
Thanks for these videos, it gives me hope and lets me know what to expect. I think im down the road of getting ankle fusions on BOTH ankles. Im impressed with how active people are able to be with them. At first I was a bit apprehensive but now I am ready to have them right this moment because I just want to get on with life haha
Thank you so much for your videos, channel and honesty. I'm now nearly 11 weeks post fusion on my left ankle and like yourself have had a very long journey to get to this stage. Since finding your channel whilst sat here recovering, you've completely put my mind at rest for what's to come after seeing the consultant next week when I begin to hopefully, fingers crossed, put full weight, through my ankle. I'm also a teaching but in a college for learners with SEN teaching DofE and believe it or not, I can easily do 10,000 steps in a day, sometimes way more if I'm responding to behavioural incidents 🤣 but I haven't been able to walk with my students for the last 2 years in expedition so I'm hoping next year, post fusion I should be able to. Anyway, tonight, I'm ordering my MBT's ready for going back to work in May hopefully and my fitflops ready for holiday to Majorca in August. Thank you again 🙌🏻
You’re welcome. Glad I could help in some way. Make sure you get the Z-3000 range. They have the biggest rocker bottom sole.
@@anklefusionguy did you suffer with quite a red ankle/leg post operation? Before it started putting full weight through it again? I'm guessing it's normal at this stage seen as I'm not fully weight bearing but thought I'd ask
@@danielsmedley6148 yes and a lot of bruising on the ankle. Tbh even now 5 years later it looks a bit bruised and discoloured. No pain though
@@anklefusionguy ok. That's fine. I can live with the discolouration as long as I don't have the acute pain I had pre fusion, which touch wood has just gone now. Which is really quite a surreal feeling to be honest as I've had pain in that ankle constantly for 9 years since I initially broke it . If you ever want anyone else to talk about 'their story' on your channel reach out and I'd be happy to share mine if it helps others
what I forgot to mention, I have a wide sole and I also have bunions, so if they are not too tight, they are good for me MBT z3000
@@florind9554 I have the opposite. I have very skinny feet. I think you should order 1 size larger. They are quite narrow trainers
@@anklefusionguy then I'll have to try them on at the store, I found a store in Frankfurt today, they had a shelf with only MBTs in the window, but now I'm on vacation, I'll wait until they come back, if you said it's narrower, it's best to try it first
Those original MBTs are gone long time.. I recently tried 3-4 different MBTs and they did not feel the same quality as I had 15 years ago....
Only just came across your channel, a year post fusion, still struggling, have so many questions for you!
4 months in and I agree with rocker shoes are the best but can’t go bare feet at home ..any suggestions for home shoes ?
almost how much does it take after ankle arthodese to walk without a limp ? i had subtalar fusion calcaneous osteomy 6 months ago . but still it pains . will it continue to pain even after a long time ( 1 year post operation ) ? and i am not able to buy mbt shoes here , so other best alternative ?
I have a fused ankle for 8 years and I used MBT even before the surgery. However MBT shoes have decreased in quality and diversity (in my opinion). Any other brands that have rocker soles in casual shoes?
Have you tried OC cloud flyers ? I had ankle fusion 2yrs aho this month, my sugeon approved !
Inlooked at mbt in CAN, they are very expensive, how long do your mbt's last for ?
Thanks for the vids. MBT don't have my size for the z3000's. What other mbts would you recommend. Have you tried the huracan's? I've been in hokas since my fusion and they have been okay.
I didn’t like the huracans, the sole was too soft and didn’t really rock. I think the GT range is good, slightly smaller sole than the z3000 but very similar. Please let me know if you purchase
I have a question does the fused ankle affect any other part of your body? Like does it make u overuse and rely on other bones or do u feel normal
I feel normal but I am aware that joints in my knee and foot might suffer as I get older because they compensate a little for the ankle joint. I will cross this problem if and when it occurs. At the moment I have quite a normal life and can walk well in my MBTs. Barefoot walking is not so comfortable
hello, I also had a fusion on my left ankle but only between the talus and the calcaneus, I am 3.5 months after the operation and I have started the recovery for 2 weeks, I can walk without crutches but I still can't find the right pair of sneakers, I saw that you recommend MBT Z3000 I am interested in buying but near Frankfurt I can't find them only on Amazon and I should try them first. I have size 42, does the size fit or do I need a bigger number, I ask because I have no way to try, thanks in advance.
@@florind9554 I wasn’t able to try before I bought also. I just had to guess. The size is the same for me. I have also been able to fit in 1/2 size smaller and 1/2 bigger when my size was not available
Any info on recovery timeline? I had anckle fusion done 3 months ago in the Netherlands. At 12 weeks surgeon was very happy with the result and its considered fused. I still depend on crutches tho. Putting full weight on with walking is a problem and there is alot of swelling around the joint
Sorry I can’t remember exactly the time frame. I just know I gradually put more weight through the ankle with crutches until I was eventually able to walk crutch free. Maybe another 6 to 10 weeks
Swelling stayed around for a long time and I still have some scar tissue so the ankle looks a bit swollen but not too bad
I was not using crutches after 3months, 2yrs post op, I find I get slightly swollen and still feel nerve issues, but I still do physio and wear good shoes, Rocker style is best.
Hello, what level rocker bottom should start out with post ankle fusion?. I'm looking into the MBT. I'm still in the boot, slowly transitioning from the boot.
I’m sorry I didn’t know there were different levels of rocket bottom. All I know is that the MBT Zee range trainers are the best and most comfortable I have worn. Try those
@anklefusionguy Thank you, I'll definitely look into those. I get understand they're 3 levels. A one, two, and three.
They only go as far as size 11.
Hello, Thanks for your story. Can you break through the stairs?
I can walk up and down stairs with the fused ankle
Have you found any dress shoes to wear?
I have been sent a pair by MBT. I haven’t tried them yet but I think they will be comfortable
Do you ever wear shoes without rocker soles?
Sometimes I wear a pair of shoes with my suit. They don’t have a rocker bottom sole but they have a rubber sole that is soft and cushiony. It is ok to wear these for 1 evening
My right ankle was fused too but worried of alimp 😭😭😭😭😭
Check out my video that shows me walking without a limp
Hi Jamie great videos I’m now 1 year after operation.Could you send me your website for ordering MBTs if possible
Hello. I just use the MBT store Europe website. You can google no problem. I also have sometimes ordered them from Amazon although they can be a bit more expensive there.
mbt-store.com
I usually order from the MBT Europe stire
I have also ordered off Amazon before but sometimes they are a bit more expensive.
Am from Africa acountry called Uganda but rocker bottom shoes are no where to be found ,
Need them in 10.5 but no one has them
Keep looking on the internet. I usually order from the European branch of MBT
Please but your running video
I can’t run very well. No video sorry
Yaseen vai, apni ki dhaka theke bolcen ?
Sir pls shoes model no mention request i also ankle fusion guy😢
My age just 34 dear pls recomend shoes iam from india
MBT Z3000
You will have to search on the internet
If you can’t find the z3000 try the GT range
Thanksss sir