Best shoes ever?

[redraccoon]

I've had it. My feet hate me. After another long day in the OR they are ready to sue for divorce.

I need some new shoes!!

This time I'm prepared to spend some money to get a really decent pair of shoes that will be comfortable, supportive, and last. Fashion isn't an issue - I need comfort more than anything.

So... what shoes do you recommend, why, and what is the price range??

Your input is greatly appreciated!!

[SarahRNBSN]

I'm all for Dansko professionals. I have narrow feet with low arches as well as mild lumbar scoliosis and my feet and back feel fine after 12 hours. And thank goodness it comes in a narrow version! I tried birkenstocks, but they were just too painful on my arches (or lack thereof). Crocs are too loose and sloppy on my feet unfortunately. You may need to try different shoes until you find the best fit.

[haras regnurps]

I'm all for Dansko professionals. I have narrow feet with low arches as well as mild lumbar scoliosis and my feet and back feel fine after 12 hours. And thank goodness it comes in a narrow version! I tried birkenstocks, but they were just too painful on my arches (or lack thereof). Crocs are too loose and sloppy on my feet unfortunately. You may need to try different shoes until you find the best fit.

I believe that the nearest place to get zcoils is near grand rapids Michigan. Think you should really give them a try. They are about the same price as danskos but you muxt be professionally fit.

[ASSEDO]

I know folks that swear by z-coils.

Just be careful around the old house cats that may get their tail between one of the coils. That was not a pretty site!!! :Crash:

[maryloufu]

Just to let anyone know- the old Comfort Clogs from Allheart are back. They phased them out and had Italian style clogs for a while. I know that they take forever and customer service is not always good- but I ordered 2 pair because these shoes are the best I have found for work. (I have a Fred Flintstone foot- not pretty)

[MauraRN]

I swear by RYKA sneakers. I alternate 3 pair and I work 12 hour weekend shifts. I have a bad R ankle ( 2 sprains, 1 fracture) and s/p L knee repair and lumbar scoliosis. These are the only shoes that address my 3 issues simultaneously. You can check QVC.com, they have them as a special price at times or check online for RYKA.

[Penguin67]

Danskos! Hands down! After much throbbing in the legs/calves after a shift, a friend recommended Danskos, and I've worn them for two eyars now. You can buy them online cheaper than probably in town at a store. The sizes are European, so you may want to get sized in a local store, then look online for a cheap price. Some friends have bought them on Ebay. One caveat: you need to learn how to walk in them, as they are like a ski boot, tilted downward, but with a flat overall shoe.

[steelcityrn, RN]

I like S.A.S. freetime's...Come in white, black and tan. Very nice shoe. I believe they have petite, med and wide width.

[gizelda196]

I love Klogs. Dansko does not fit me ,and crocs killed my knees. I also end up going back to klogs.

[hikernurse]

Danskos! Hands down! After much throbbing in the legs/calves after a shift, a friend recommended Danskos, and I've worn them for two eyars now. You can buy them online cheaper than probably in town at a store. The sizes are European, so you may want to get sized in a local store, then look online for a cheap price. Some friends have bought them on Ebay. One caveat: you need to learn how to walk in them, as they are like a ski boot, tilted downward, but with a flat overall shoe.

I swear, though, that different style Danskos are sized differently, so make sure you try on the style you intend to buy :).

[sunny261]

I have spent too much money on nursing shoes...I used to swear by SAS but then I started getting corns..ugh..I spent money on birkenstocks and I have to admit the professional crocs are the ones that never never bother my feet. I used to wear the beach crocs but the professional ones seem more sturdy. You have to be careful and replace them when the bottoms get worn cuz they can be slippery. Just an opinion from an nurse who has a pile of shoes in her closet and her crocs on her feet....

[AMR21, BSN, RN]

i too am in love with dansko professionals. they do take some breaking in- don't wear them to work when you get a new pair. i wore mine around for more and more time each day. actually now i'm pretty much obsessed with them.

a bonus is that i'm a bit on the short side and i don't have to hem my scrubs anymore b/c of the little extra lift :)

[GadgetRN71, ASN, RN]

Just added a pair of Nike Shox to my shoe collection-I still like my red Sanita shoes but our traumas are really starting to pick up and I need something I can move very quickly in.

They're pricey but comfortable..I also wanted ones with primarily leather uppers, because the mesh tops aren't so nice when the blood, pee and poop starts to fly!

Z-coils look like they'd be good for your feet, but I just know the heel spring would catch on all the tubes and plugs we have in our rooms and I'd end up on the floor. Plus, I think they're kind of ugly.