You may think it rather odd to have a page devoted to how to purchase shoes, but it is a major issue for parents of children with hemiplegia.  Many children with hemiplegia wear orthotics (braces) on their foot or feet and finding shoes that are attractive, yet fit with the orthotic is often a challenge.

Orthotics rarely work with a high heeled shoe and will usually slip out of sandals.  They're usually too slippery to be worn barefoot.  The most compatible shoe is a closed lace up type shoe, such as an athletic shoe.  Check with the maker of your child's orthotic to see which type of shoe they recommend for your child.

Different Sized Shoes
Nordstroms Department Store will  sell you a left and a right shoe which are different sizes. You only pay for one pair of shoes.The Nordstroms' buyer seems to stock at least one or two styles which open wider to accommodate the bulk of an AFO.

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