Personal experience with sneakers?

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I've been looking into new sneakers for work and I'm kind of undecided. I'm kind of inexperienced on the whole work shoes thing (I'm still using my shoes from nursing school, judge all you want). My current shoes haven't given me too much trouble but I need an upgrade.

I've been looking into Sketchers Front Row, and New Balance WE861MM1(the gummy colorful ones). I've seen Reebok Dual Turbo Flier too. I guess I'd like to know how much support they offer and whether or not they make your feet cry after three 12s.

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Specializes in Oncology.

I've never found a pair of sneaks that don't make my feet hurt after 12 hours, even with compression hose. If I were you I'd invest in Danskos. Plus what are you going to do when someone urinates on your sneaker and it seeps through the mesh? Just my two cents.

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Specializes in ortho, hospice volunteer, psych,.

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construction of this shoe is terrific! Very supportive. This shoe is available at QVC, on air or

online. They make more colorful models which are also comfortable. Our neighbor, who's an

orthopedist, says that if you're on your feet a lot, or run or walk a lot, your shoes might need to be

replaced every eight weeks or so. My narrow width cousins also wear these and love them.

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Ryka Metro Leather Lace-up Walking Sneakers

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Specializes in Acute Care, Rehab, Palliative.

I couldn't work without my New Balance walking shoes. I need all the support I can get and sneakers aren't enough.

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I like Brooks sneakers. I have a high arch and cannot just wear anything. I went to a nursing shoe store and Tried on an Algeria and Dansko shoes and couldn't believe how uncomfortable they were. It seems like everyone raves about these shoes but I thought it felt like walking in stiff wooden shoes. I need a more cushy shoe that pads my feet.

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Specializes in Emergency Department.

I found crocs to be the most comfortable footwear I have ever worn at work, but....... I found that they made my hips hurt as they had no support and my feet/knees/hips tended to roll. Had to give them up. Now wear cheap trainers (sneakers) about £20 each. Bought 2 pairs and if they get messed on I can change into the other pair and get those ones washed or just throw them out if it is that nasty.

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Danskos are okay...really comfortable, but I had problems with how high they are...I'm clumsy and I rolled my ankles a ton. And they made my feet sweat like crazy.

I love my Alegria's but I'm always nervous that I'll have to run and they won't work well for that.

My Saucony sneakers are pretty much my go-to. I want to try Brooks, but I just haven't gotten around to it yet.

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Specializes in Family Practice, Mental Health.

My Podiatrist prescribed Brooks Addiction Walker for me. I was also told to toss the inserts that came with the shoe and use "SuperFeet" inserts. (Go to an athletic show store near you, they'll know what you're talking about).

What a difference they've made in my 12 hour shifts :)

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Specializes in NICU, PICU, Transport, L&D, Hospice.

I prefer to wear other than "tennis shoes".

The two brands of footwear I prefer for work are Merrel and Keen

Lightweight Hiking Shoes â€" Order Outside Athletic Shoes from Merrell

Men's Hiking Shoes | KEEN Hiking Shoes

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Specializes in CCU, SICU, CVSICU, Precepting & Teaching.

You're going to find that shoes are a very personal thing. What's best for you is what feels most comfortable on your foot. I've worn Danskos for years and LOVE them. However I am unable to wear them recently -- my bunion and hammer toes got worse while I was on medical leave and not wearing Danskos, and now they're excruciatingly painful. I'm forced to wear New Balance instead.

One piece of advice: no matter which shoes you wind up getting, make sure you get the best you can afford. Your shoes are very important, and bad shoes are going to make for bad shifts.

A second piece of advice: Get two pairs and alternate. It takes more than 24 hours for a shoe to recover from your weight compressing it all day. Alternating shoes makes them last longer (so cheaper in the long run) AND you get better support.

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Thank you all for replying

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Specializes in SNF/LTC.
I found crocs to be the most comfortable footwear I have ever worn at work, but....... I found that they made my hips hurt as they had no support and my feet/knees/hips tended to roll. Had to give them up. Now wear cheap trainers (sneakers) about £20 each. Bought 2 pairs and if they get messed on I can change into the other pair and get those ones washed or just throw them out if it is that nasty.

I find Crocs very comfortable but can't wear them at work because I can't really hustle in them. Love them in my off time for relaxing.

For work I just wear regular tennis shoes that I would wear any time. No canvas though - all leather.

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