December 10, 2025 – A recent consumer incident report details a severe injury involving Converse Run Star Hike Platform Canvas shoes, leading to a fractured ankle requiring surgery. The incident highlights potential safety concerns associated with platform footwear, even for experienced wearers.
Product Details
Incident Overview
On November 21, 2025, an incident report was filed concerning a pair of Converse Run Star Hike Platform Canvas shoes. The consumer reported purchasing the platform shoes and subsequently falling while wearing them. This fall resulted in a fractured ankle, which necessitated surgical intervention, including the implantation of metal plates and screws to repair the injury. The consumer noted that they have regularly worn platform shoes in the past without encountering any similar issues, suggesting a potentially unique contributing factor in this particular incident.
Safety Concerns
This incident raises significant safety concerns regarding the stability and design of the Converse Run Star Hike Platform Canvas shoes, or platform footwear in general.
- Immediate Dangers: The primary immediate danger is a loss of balance leading to a fall. Falls from an elevated platform can result in severe injuries due to the increased height and potential for awkward landings.
- Long-Term Risks: A fractured ankle, as reported, is a serious injury that can lead to long-term complications such as chronic pain, reduced mobility, arthritis, and the need for extensive physical therapy and rehabilitation. In some cases, multiple surgeries may be required. Other potential injuries from such falls could include sprains, strains, ligament tears, or even head injuries depending on the fall dynamics.
- Who Might Be Affected: While the consumer in this report stated they were experienced with platform shoes, anyone wearing these shoes could be affected. Individuals less accustomed to elevated footwear, or those with pre-existing balance issues, may be at a higher risk. The design of the shoe itself, including the platform height, sole rigidity, grip, and ankle support, could contribute to instability regardless of the wearer’s experience.
- Property Damage Potential: While the most severe risk is personal injury, a fall could also lead to damage to personal belongings such as phones, glasses, or other items carried by the individual at the time of the incident.
What Consumers Should Do
Consumers who own or are considering purchasing Converse Run Star Hike Platform Canvas shoes, or any platform footwear, should take the following precautions:
- Immediate Steps If Injured: If you or someone you know has experienced a fall or injury while wearing these shoes, seek immediate medical attention. Document the incident thoroughly, including photos of the shoes, the injury, and the circumstances of the fall. Keep the product and any purchase receipts.
- How to Check Your Product: Carefully inspect your Converse Run Star Hike Platform Canvas shoes. Pay attention to the stability of the platform, the grip of the sole, and how the shoe feels on your foot. If the shoes feel unusually unstable, difficult to walk in, or if you have any concerns about their design, consider limiting their use or discontinuing use altogether.
- Prevention Measures:
* Always exercise extreme caution when wearing platform shoes, especially on uneven surfaces, stairs, or slippery environments.
* Ensure the shoes fit properly and provide adequate support.
* Break in new shoes gradually to get accustomed to their feel and stability.
* If you notice any unusual instability or difficulty walking in these shoes, stop wearing them.
- Reporting Procedures: If you have experienced a similar incident or have concerns about the safety of these shoes, please report it to the manufacturer (NIKE/Converse) and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) at www.cpsc.gov. Your report helps identify patterns and potential product defects.
Manufacturer’s Response
As of the date of this report, the manufacturer’s response to this specific incident is unknown. We will update this section if and when information regarding their response becomes available.
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Note: This information is based on incident reports provided by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. If you find information that is incorrect, please contact us immediately so we can correct the post to reflect accurate information.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is not intended to be legal or medical advice. This article is based on publicly available incident reports. The incidents mentioned have not necessarily been independently verified or adjudicated.