This study compares patient satisfaction in terms of pain relief, mobility and ease of use between 3 commonly used types of post-surgical footwear. This study randomises patients who participate into one of 3 groups of footwear, namely Darco, Podalux or standard dressing shoe. Number of patients enrolled is determined by power calculation. Patients complete a single, simple previously validated questionnaire the MOXFQ (Manchester-Oxford Foot Questionnaire) at their 6 week follow-up appointment and statistical differences between the group are calculated using a significance level of p\<0.05. This study will help us determine the best foot-wear to offer the investigators post-surgical patients. This study will form original research.
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Manchester-Oxford Foot Questionnaire (Outcome measure looking at foot pain,and function)
Timeframe: Change from baseline at 6 weeks post-operative