SHOES: Are Dansko comfortable?

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hello, i'm new to the forum.

what is your favorite shoe and why?

i was wondering what shoes are the most comfortable.

i have heard that dansko's are well made and very comfortable.

i would like to purchase a quality shoe.

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if you don't like dansko, what shoes do you wear at work?

You definitely have to go try on some shoes for yourself. I saw a lot of negative posts about Nursemates last summer when I was looking. I bought them anyway because they were the only ones in the store that were the style I needed for school (no sneakers or clogs allowed) and were wide enough for my feet. I have large feet (size 10) and lots of foot pain. These shoes do not cause me any pain. I have worn them for every clinical and recently started wearing them to work for 13 1/2 hr shifts. No pain, though my shift is mostly sitting.

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Specializes in L&D.

When I worked in the hospital, I wore Crocs and New Balance shoes.

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Specializes in OB, lactation.

I have a pair of Danskos that I LOVE LOVE LOVE.

But, they are a model that I don't think they make anymore - they have a more athletic sole that is not a wedge, so no ankle twisting issue.

Does anyone have Keen's? Any feedback?

Example: http://www.zappos.com/n/p/p/7202627/c/50622.html

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Specializes in Telemetry & Obs.

I have a pair of Danskos that I paid over $100 for, wore exactly twice, and there they sit in my closet. They may *get* comfortable, but I can't stand feeling like I'm wearing bricks on my feet long enough to find out :(

Today I bought a pair of Nike Air somethingorothers...with springy things in the heel. They were comfy as all get out in the store...we'll seeeeeee....

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Dansko's are the only shoes that don't cause my feet to hurt after a 12 hr shift. They take 4-5 shifts to break in- I took another pair of shoes to work with me the first couple times and alternated them with the danskos. I wear the Professional Clogs.

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I love my Dansko's shoes. I work float ICU/ER and they are the greatest. I use to wear NB and Nike, but they just don't last long. The Dansko shoe is a well worn investment for anyone.

My 2 cents.

Sarah

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Specializes in rehab-med/surg-ICU-ER-cath lab.

I love my Dansko's! You need to remember that each pair is handmade. So, you need to try on more than one pair in your size to see which one is the best fit. I have a wide foot and the first pair I tried on really hurt. Thankfully the shoe clerk told me the story about the differnces in the same size and had me try on a few different pairs in my size. I am on my feet all day in a Cardiac Cath. Lab. and they are the only ones that let me make it through those long cases.

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Specializes in jack of all trades, master of none.

I tried on Dansko's several times before I actually bought a pair. I thought the inside was not cushy enough. Last time I tried the pro clog on, I was in the store for a good hour....

Having a bad back, the support is great. I just bought some Dr. Scholl's massage gel inserts to give me that cushy feel. The top is rather unforgiving when trying to squat down to do something, but I went a whole size larger & wear thicker socks than normal... No problems there.

I love them, despite the occasional ankle roll, & will never use another shoe for work...I have to admit, I've only worn them for working in surgery...didn't have any when I worked the floor...

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Specializes in CVICU.
I have a pair of Danskos that I paid over $100 for, wore exactly twice, and there they sit in my closet. They may *get* comfortable, but I can't stand feeling like I'm wearing bricks on my feet long enough to find out :(

Ditto. I tried for weeks to wear them, and finally tossed them in the back of the closet. Please try Merrells. So comfy right out of the box. I wear them for 14+ hrs/day, and not even a smidge of discomfort, and they cured my heel pain. Now I have many styles in sandals, casual, etc. Affordable too. Try shoebuy.com.

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Specializes in ER/ICU/PACU/ Nurse Anesthetist.

I think Danskos work best for those with high arches, otherwise they will hurt your feet. I personally love my danskos! tried the crocs but they don't provide enough support, I think they work well for low arches or those who have flat feet. I also have a pair of merrells and they are very comfy too!

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Specializes in 5 yrs OR, ASU Pre-Op 2 yr. ER.

I too=ssed Merrells back on the shelf after trying them on. $10 tennis shoes would have felt better than those things.

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Specializes in Trauma.

Yeh, I had the same experience with danskos. I nearly broke my ankle I don't know how many times. I finally realized they weren't worth the $110 I spent on them and gave them to goodwill. My friend who is a physical therapist, told me when I bought them that they are not anatomically fit for the foot in the way that the bottom of the shoe is too slender for the proper support of my ankle. Therefore, I would be rolling my ankle more than I would be walking properly. Anyhow, she was right. I use these cute, lite weight, rubber clogs that I can wash everyday and put an insert in. After 8 hours so far, they are great and my feet hardly hurt:) I bought them at this medical supply store here in NYC and there is no brand name on them for me to give you, unfortunately.

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