[dansamy]

I need practical, real-world nursing shoes suggestions. My current pair is a pair of EasySpirit walking shoes. By the end of the day, my feet hurt so bad. I think maybe the toebox is too narrow since my "pinky" toe gets squished up under my 4th toe, which has now caused a blister? corn? bunion? whatever you call that thing. Does anyone have any suggestions for not just "good" shoes, but "great" ones? I really don't care if they cost $50 or $500 at this point.

[cc_nurse]

I *love* Dansko shoes...not the clogs though- http://www.dansko.com/Product_Detail...020202&VID=633

They are consistently comfortable day in and day out. Prior to that purchase I was alternating 2 different pairs of sneakers and a pair of Crocs. Those were all good, but my feet were still beat at the end of the shift. The Dansko's are worth the $100 or so they cost.

[nrsang97]

I swear by newbalance. I tried Dansko and they killed my feet. New balance have a wider toe box and good arch support. Just my 2 cents worth.

[Atl_John]

You could always try going to an orthopod and having him make you a set of custom insoles for a pair of tennishoes??????

[TazziRN]

SAS....San Antonio Shoes. Hubs, DS, and I don't wear anything else to work.

[Rizpah]

New Balance - have your feet sized in a shoe store. I was surprised that I don't really take an 8 or 8 1/2, but rather a 7 1/2 wide - perfect fit with no "breaking in" period, no blisters. LOVE 'em!

[cdchick]

I like wearing Crocs at work. I noticed I had less back and feet pain after a 12 hour shift when wearing Crocs. I don't wear anything else.

[Quietstorm1234]

I also wear Crocs and I love them.

[Suninmyheart]

I wear nursemates with an athletic insole added and I walk on air all day and then some. I could work 16 hrs before my feet begin to get tired. Everybody seems to have a different brand that works best. Keep trying to find what works for you. Good luck!

[nursingisworkRN]

My feet started killing me in the dansko clogs (hello, 14 hour days). I now wear asics and love them. I have 2 pairs for running, and now a pair for work. No more shin splints, sore toes, or ache-y soles. YAY!