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There is a huge range of different foot and ankle systems. Some are best for indoor walking and some for outdoor. Some will suite short distances and others are for greater distances and sport. Feet with a better response to weight loading, those with a 'bit of spring' can help you use your muscles better. Like the knees, a higher degree of function often comes with an increased weight of the unit. In both cases the quality of the socket suspension becomes very important.

Very few feet are adjustable for different heel heights of shoe. You should stick to shoes of similar heel heights, keeping to a similar difference between heel and sole. Your prosthetist will advise you of how to adapt footwear to suit your prosthesis.

Buy shoes to fit your OWN foot and not for the prosthesis. The prosthetic foot can be fitted/changed to suit