Suggestions for work shoes...

[Brooke]

New Balance couldn't save mine

Sorry to hear that, Krabs.  What is your foot malady?

My Dad had plantar fasciitis and got over it, so I can pass along some suggestions for that.

[MrKrabs]

Sorry to hear that, Krabs.  What is your foot malady?

My Dad had plantar fasciitis and got over it, so I can pass along some suggestions for that.

 

Stress Fractures...

 

Tendonitis

 

Arthritis

 

Attached-To-Me-Itis

 

[RotBaron]

superfeet footbeds

or

sole insoles dean karnazes


I have and use both depending on what I'm doing. A different world 

Also there is a brand named MBT, very expensive in the short, well worth it in the long.

[Slate]

    I have tried many including New Balance which were inexpensive but did not last long. In my line of work I need oil resistant soles. Summer I like a low top and winter the mid height boot. I can't wear steel toes as it bothers my large toes and need to conform the leather to my feet.

   Had some real good boots FedEx employees wear but can't find them now.      From Federal Footwear I think.
     
   

[Brooke]

Stress Fractures...

 

Tendonitis

 

Arthritis

 

Attached-To-Me-Itis

 

Sorry to hear that, Krabs. 

[Curval]

I work in an office so the shoes I would recommend aren't for you....but anyone with feet issues who also works in an office should seriously consider a brand of dress shoes called "Bostonian"

I tried these a few years back after a doctor dug out a plantar wart from the bottom of my foot.  The wound ended up infected.

I won't buy any other shoes now....it is like walking on a cloud.  A soft fluffy cloud. 

[DubiousKB]

I like New Balance shoes such as these types because I nearly wrecked my feet with uncushioned shoes some years ago.

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They are comfortable, give some cushioning, and because they are leather and all black, you can wear them for nearly everything.  (I even wear them with suits because dress shoes nearly immediately cause my foot problems to come back.)

Surprisingly I would also recommend New Balance shoes, I wear them exclusively while standing and trapshooting all day. They seem to be the most comfortable brand for long days on your feet that I've found (that don't cost an arm and a leg)...

[RotBaron]

It's not the shoes (for the most part) guys. Even the most expensive shoes come with garbage inserts. MBT is the only one I've found with quality inserts/insoles.

Footbeds and SuperFeet, Sole, etc. brands make a huge difference if you already have problems. They are an orthotic, a podiatrist could make you an even better one if you want to go to that length.

First thing I do with any new shoe, rip out the garbage insert...


Btw, custom footbeds will feel good from the outset, but SuperFeet may take some time to get used to, just like sitting up straight does after years of slouching...

[eeyore]

Nefari, I work a 12 hour shift and do most of that walking and standing on various surfaces. I wear Magnum Stealth Force boots at work, they are extremely comfortable if you are going to be on your feet for long periods of time. I get all sorts of junk on my boots and they wipe off easily (though mostly it is vomit, blood and other uninteresting bodily fluids).

http://us.magnumboots.com/product-stealth-force-6-0-black.html

[JimmyC]

DM soles....
http://www.drmartens.com/us/

[Nefarious]

Went back to the old Avias and added the new DR Scholls inserts into them on top of the old insole lol.

Looking at new shoes again.

[Ratsy]

It's not surprising that I have tender footsies.

I've had the best luck with Merrell shoes.  Around the house...a Bypass moccasin.  Around town...a Mountain moc.  Around the ranch...a hiking boot.  They are a little pricey but I've never had to augment them with third-party insoles.  Great arch support and very light.

www.merrell.com

 

 

[BuckShot]

Broken in cowboy boots/ western style workboots

Or

Keen hikers

[morfiend]

DM soles....
http://www.drmartens.com/us/

  I'd second this Docs have aircushion soles that can really save the feet.

  The advice to have your feet looked at is good,I have servere pronation and must wear corrective inserts.I've always had difficulties with shoes but I own a pair of Docs and merrels also,their mocs or deck shoes have always been a fav of mine.

  A good pair of shoes can be costly but they last a long time and not having sore feet at the end of the day is .....priceless!


   YMMV.


   

[MrKrabs]

Nefari, I work a 12 hour shift and do most of that walking and standing on various surfaces. I wear Magnum Stealth Force boots at work, they are extremely comfortable if you are going to be on your feet for long periods of time. I get all sorts of junk on my boots and they wipe off easily (though mostly it is vomit, blood and other uninteresting bodily fluids).

http://us.magnumboots.com/product-stealth-force-6-0-black.html

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I am ordering a pair of these tonight... I hope they work out... I really want out of this walking cast!