I've been a nurse since August 08, but since I'm now 40, shoes have always been a big issue with me since clinicals. My feet and legs just aren't as young as they used to be.
After experimenting, I've found running shoes to work the best for me. Most "nursing" shoes that I've tried are just so heavy. One pair I had made my legs so tired at the end of a 6 hour clinical, I don't know how I could have handled 12.
My sister who is an OR nurse likes leather athletic shoes, but she does more standing and I do more walking. I just bought a pair of the Skechers Shape-Ups on-line and I'm kind of hoping they'd work well (once I get used to them.)
I used to swear by Quarks - till they turned on me after 8 months. It wasn't even a gradual decline. One night they were great, and the next....my feet, legs, and back were miserable for nearly my entire shift.
I tried on Dansko's today. I felt the difference while doing laps around the store. They ARE heavy, but not nearly as difficult to walk in as I'd feared. I bought the professional and will start breaking them in tomorrow night. I'm bringing my busted old Quarks to relieve my feet when the breaking-in breaks them
I'm going to be disappointed if these turn into $115 mistakes - but so far so good (at least around the house!)
Hi, I have a pretty slim foot, an average arch, and put the most weight on my heel. I have found that a good pair of Saucony running shoes, works the best on my feet, they last about 1 yr and I never complain of sore feet anymore.
I went to shoebuy.com and ordered several top end pairs .Drew, Rockports, and New balance. They let you try them and return without a restocking fee. Very easy to get a return shipping label also. I would definately use them again for any shoes. I found the Rockports to be a true fit for my foot and the most comfortable. I had a pair of Rockports mountian trail shoes for 10 years still look new. The Drew was big and bulky (big foot) but it really had a lot of "sole". New were ok, but I think the Rockports felt the best.
Birkenstock or Think! - my feet feel sad when I actually have to take them off after a 14 hour shift. No break in time with either brand. Totally worth the money.
I wear Crocs around the house. There is not enough arch support for me to wear them to work.
NurseKatie08, MSN
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Swear by Dansko Professionals....once they broke me in, things were great!