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Comfortable shoes and trainers

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Madwoman11 Wed 24-Jul-24 05:36:47

Good morning everyone i have very painful feet and also a hammer toe. Pain and burning sensation on the sole of my feet too.
Can anyone recommend cushion soled comfortable footwear please.

BladeAnnie Wed 24-Jul-24 06:10:16

I've got a fused ankle and lots of metalwork in my right foot so have very limited movement and still lots of pain - I find Sketchers the only footwear suitable for me. I've got several pairs and all are ok 👍. Hope you find something which suits you as I know from experience just how difficult it can be to find comfortable shoes

denbylover Wed 24-Jul-24 06:16:14

Another vote for Sketchers. I’ve just bought a pair, they’re called ‘Slip-in’s’ here, not sure what name they are marketed in the UK, but they are brilliant. I got tired of repeatedly tying and untying laces countless times a day. It is like walking on air. Highly recommend.

Marmight Wed 24-Jul-24 06:23:55

Another vote for Skechers - Go Walk. Sooo comfortable

HattieTopper Wed 24-Jul-24 06:31:33

Skechers for me too. Go Walk.

I also have two Hammer toes which are very painful but since I bought the trainers I have no problem at all.

BigBertha1 Wed 24-Jul-24 06:49:20

I have painful arthritic feet with metalwork in one. Sketches for me too even golf shoes and walking boots. (Bobs).

Allegretto Wed 24-Jul-24 07:13:26

Fitflop ‘Rally’ style for me. I also have metalwork (in both feet). The cushioning and high toe box really help me.

Iam64 Wed 24-Jul-24 07:49:34

The biomechanics/podiatrist at my rheumatology department recommended Hokka. He said I wouldn’t need insoles. I bought a pair and been wearing them for a year. They’re expensive but so comfortable and wearing well
I also buy FitFlop and sketchers but hokka the tops

HowVeryDareYou2 Wed 24-Jul-24 08:03:02

My husband wears Sketchers and kept insisting I get some, so I did - and they're the most comfortable shoes I've ever worn. I'm going to get some more.

keepingquiet Wed 24-Jul-24 08:46:35

Sketchers are like slippers. They are comfy but don't offer my feet any support. I only buy lace-ups now as I need the support for my foot. No particular brand but if they aren't cushioned I just buy foam in-soles. No more foot pain!

Freya5 Wed 24-Jul-24 08:51:29

Sketchers the one and only for me ,bunions, wearing these I'm unaware of them. Just brought som lovely summer ones.

Iam64 Wed 24-Jul-24 08:56:02

Hokka give good support. I agree Sketchers comfortable but no good for walking any distance if your feet need that

MiniMoon Wed 24-Jul-24 09:13:16

Sketchers for me too. I have several pairs, boots, trainers and sandals. I wouldn't wear anything else.
My brother in law has rheumatoid arthritis and his consultant advised him to buy Sketchers shoes.

NotSpaghetti Wed 24-Jul-24 09:25:30

I'm also looking for comfortable footwear - leather sandals ideally with buckles instead of velcro.
I too have a hammer toe and arthritis.
Any ideas please? Don't want to hijack the thread so ignore me if you think I am.

Patsy70 Wed 24-Jul-24 10:23:01

Yet another vote for Skechers. They’re the only shoes my sister can wear that are comfortable, although she wishes the designs were ‘prettier’. I believe they do sandals too, NotSpaghetti.

henetha Wed 24-Jul-24 10:26:07

I wear Pavers, which I think are the same as Sketchers?
I won't wear any other shoes now as I find them so comfortable.

Casdon Wed 24-Jul-24 10:37:26

I’ve got a bunion, and find Skechers don’t suit my feet, as they don’t have enough support my foot over-pronates in them, which makes it ache. I’ve recently bought some Calla trainers, which are really supportive and comfortable, they are soft but a lot more supportive. They also have a good advice line to make sure you choose a style with the right width and shape for your foot.

SpanielCuddler Wed 24-Jul-24 13:05:38

Pavers have further reductions in their sale atm. Worth a look.

Philippa111 Wed 24-Jul-24 13:21:56

I have trouble finding shoes as well. I have several pairs of Clarks Trigenics , which are really comfortable and nice enough to wear to events , but they make less variety now.

Recently, in desperation, I bought a pair of memory foam insoled, slip on, fabric shoes from Primark... £9!! At that price I was willing to give them a try. All man made and therefore vegan. They are very comfortable, like slippers. Don't look too bad and good for around the house and short trips. My daughter thinks they look a bit cheap! They were!

NanKate Wed 24-Jul-24 15:50:54

I have found a local Skechers shop and will go and try some on tomorrow. Do any of you take a wide fitting ? I am not sure if I will need wide. Do they measure your feet like they did in the ‘olden’ days ?

Patsy70 Wed 24-Jul-24 16:03:21

They do wide fitting shoes, but I can’t recall them measuring your feet.

Nansnet Wed 24-Jul-24 16:06:09

Another vote for Skechers! I have several pairs in various styles and love them!
I've also bought Pavers, when I needed something more stylish for a wedding. They have some nice sandals with low/medium heels that I found comfortable enough to wear for the day.
Also, I've tried Vivaia, which you can order online (not sure whether they sell in shops yet?). They aren't cheap, but they do have some very nice shoes and sandals, particularly if you need something smart for a nice event. As well as flats and trainers.
They have well cushioned insoles, and the material they are made from has a lot of 'give' in it, quite stretchy.

sandelf Wed 24-Jul-24 16:18:54

NotSpaghetti - I've a pair of Keen sandals that are the biz for walking - velcro fasten, toes covered, very good sole. Not girly smart. Called 'Rose' www.sportsshoes.com/product/kee351/keen-rose-women's-walking-sandal---aw24?_cur=GBP&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwzIK1BhAuEiwAHQmU3oRd5V9ZhcsuC-Ms_DD4issaazhFx6kTOUDzeLn8mTqW4zDdSdBtURoCnJUQAvD_BwE

teabagwoman Wed 24-Jul-24 16:24:49

I found that Sketchers didn’t give my feet enough support. I buy Widerfit Shoes online. They are a little wider and deeper than high street shoes and come in a variety of styles.

NotSpaghetti Wed 24-Jul-24 16:51:37

Thank you Patsy70 - I have had a look but they don't seem to have leather adjustable ones.
Good idea to look though.