Comfortable shoes? Do they exist?

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I'm searching for a new pair of shoes to wear to work. The ones I have now make my lower back hurt after standing for awhile. Any suggestions for a comfortable brand?

Bonus question: Dr. Scholls custom inserts- are they worth it?

Specializes in Emergency/Cath Lab.

Trauma/EMS boots are still my favorite most comfortable shoes I have ever worn!

And no the custom soles are NOT worth it. The regular $10 are just fine.

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My perfect solution was Landau RX nursing shoes with Dr Scholls arch support insoles.I could work for days on end without any foot/back pain (at 8 months pregnant!!!!) unfortunetly those shoes met an untimely demise at the hands of my dog (apparently dogs find them delicious) and Ive been sportin Nike ever since. Theyre okay but my feet miss theyre beloved Landaus

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I use The Swanx clogs. The shoes are Sanita clogs. Sanitas are still handmade in Denmark..while Danskos are now made in China. The Swanx then hires local Seattle/Tacoma artists to handpaint the Sanitas. They're BEAUTIFUL and so comfortable. I love them!! There are so many different styles to choose from or you can custom order your own. A nurse started the company with those 12 hour shifts in mind. I hope this isn't advertising....I have no connection with them other than being a customer :)

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Specializes in PICU, Sedation/Radiology, PACU.

Thanks everyone. A store in my area was having a sale on Sketcher's shape ups, so I bought a pair. I've always wanted to try them, and a couple comments said that they help with lower back pain. I'm trying them out tomorrow during my shift, so I'll let you know how they work!

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Specializes in PICU, Sedation/Radiology, PACU.

Just wanted to ive a quick update. I bought the Sketchers Shape-ups and have been wearing them for about four weeks now. It was the best decision I've made! It took a week of two to break the shoes in. They made my feet hurt the first few times I wore them. But since then I have had no pain in my lower back, even when I go several hours without sitting down. Shape-ups are highly recommneded!

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I also have the skechers and love them! Super duper comfy:)

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I got a pair of the New Balance toning shoes, and they're super comfy. I barely even wear my Birks and Alegrias anymore!

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