So, what's on your feet?

Momma_Penguin · Jan 22, 2002

:) :) I LOVE my NIKES!!!!!! I love them almost as much as my husband. I will not go to work w/o a pr of NIKES on my tootsies. When I was in school, we did a tour of the OR...where some of us were going for serves.....those OR nurses were fantastic. They said invest in good pair of shoes and your feet will be happy all thru your shift. They were right. What I noticed was that NIKE and Reeboks were the preferred sneaks. I may spend a lil more but my happy feet are worth it. In fact it's almost time to but a new pair for spring!!!!! :) :) Laura:) :)

nicola · Jan 22, 2002

Another vote for clogs! I do home care, so pound pavement literally, and have plantar fascitis. I used to come home in tears until I discovered the miracle of clogs! I wear them year 'round (except in wet weather in which case I switch to boots most of the time). My fav brands are Easy Spirit and flyflot. I have a pair of the flyflot Love's which I swear by!

Dplear · Jan 22, 2002

Sketchers clogs or Rebook UltraLites

LilgirlRN, ADN, RN · Jan 22, 2002

Nike clogs! available at Eastbay.com for 19 bucks...I wore out the first pair and then ordered 2 more! I work in the ER and they stay on my feet even if I have to jump up and run. Eastbay has good prices on all kindsa shoes:D

Q. · Jan 22, 2002

I wear either my Birks or Anywears Clogs. Birk makes a great clog too.

night owl · Jan 22, 2002

Everyone is built differently therefore everyone has different preferences. Now I on the other hand wouldn't spend over 50 bucks for a pair of shoes unless they walked by themselves. I bought a pair of Dr. Scholl's sneakers in either Wal Mart or K-Mart and paid 20 bucks. Those are the most comfortable shoes I've ever worn for the money and that's what's on my feet. Ive had them now almost a year and it's soon time to get a new pair. Don't you know that I can't find them! Just my darn luck!

kaycee · Jan 22, 2002

I swear by New Balance Cross Trainers. They are supportive and wide enough for my feet and my inserts. They vary in price but are around $60-70.

Cascadians · Jan 22, 2002

Nike Air cross trainers.

Feetsies need all the help they can get.

ERNurse752, RN · Jan 22, 2002

I wear Birkenstock Super Birki clogs. Took awhile to get used to, but they're nice and roomy. I work ER, and I've never had a problem with running or other cat-like reflexes.

I've heard good things about New Balance and Reebox DMX. I don't like Nursemates, and I hate Nike.

Just my 2 cents!

TracyB,RN, RN · Jan 22, 2002

I switch my shoes often. Just an excuse to go buy more LOL

I had bad luck with Nursemates in the past, but tried on a pair again a few weeks ago & have been wearing the Nursemates Whisper & LOVE IT!!!! I also like Anywear Clogs. They recently came out with a streamlined design.

For sneakers, I like the Keds with the thicker sole. And it has to be their washable leather.

RN-PA, RN · Jan 23, 2002

I love the way clogs look, but because I have to wear orthotics, I need to wear a lace-up shoe. I always buy athletic shoes made for walking and my current shoes are New Balance. I also have a pair of Saucony and usually just try to find any athletic shoe that'll fit my narrow heels and the orthotics. I also look for as plain and white a shoe as possible since I don't care for the wild colors and patterns usually available in athletic shoes and think plain-ish white looks more professional.

I enjoy walking for exercise and can highly recommend Thorlo walking socks which I also wear to work. They are expensive but wear like iron. The heel and toe are padded and the arch area has extra support. They're also made of acrylic rather than cotton and have great perspiration-wicking ability, something I *ahem* really need.

If there's anyone who has to wear orthotics but has found an attractive and practical alternative to athletic shoes, I'd like to know about it!

rjlrn95 · Jan 23, 2002

My preference is Dansko Clogs, white for work and black for winter, 2pr sandal type for summer. Love em!