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Really, really comfortable shoes… šŸ‘ž

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FannyCornforth Wed 01-Feb-23 09:41:01

Hello 😫

I’ve got terrible plantar fasciitis.
I’ve also got something called Frieberg’s Disease, which means one of my toes has a micro fracture, and it’s really playing up too.

I can only manage to walk around the house atm.
And not for long.

I like shoes with lots of squidge and a good sole.
I usually wear Uggs, but even they hurt.
I’m wearing very thick socks which seem to help a bit.

Any thoughts, recommendations please?

Oh, and has anyone ever had Emu boots?
How do they compare to Uggs?

Thank you

Daisymae Thu 02-Feb-23 09:08:04

I wear Birkenstock sliders in the house. They si have a shaped footbed which may be useful.

silverlining48 Thu 02-Feb-23 09:20:15

Just checked Ziera and they have gone out of business and been taken over by Munro.

Pittcity Thu 02-Feb-23 10:04:45

I am wearing Skechers Arch Fit slippers in the house. They are 6 months old and still look brand new. You can never say that for cheap slippers.

silverlining48 Thu 02-Feb-23 10:20:00

I am wearing asda slippers which I bought 18 months ago and they still look new.

Granmarderby10 Thu 02-Feb-23 10:20:06

Wow auntieflo I bought some of those Ā£4 in the clearance sale and another pair from a charity shop in pristine condition, so flipping good šŸ‘

Granmarderby10 Thu 02-Feb-23 10:23:50

Nike alldays (I think that’s the name) they come in black or white, and Sketchers air cooled trainers and they’ve been so warm in winter too.
I’m afraid I may never wear a ā€œnormal shoeā€ ever again!😃

Elusivebutterfly Thu 02-Feb-23 12:22:42

I have plantar fascitis and haven't found insoles that help. I wear lace ups, usually from Hotter, but also Ecco and Clarks. They need to be quite firm and supportive to help the plantar fascitis, as well as thick soles, and I need to wear them all the time indoors as well. At night I wear an ankle support sock.

FannyCornforth Thu 02-Feb-23 12:30:31

Thank you everyone for your answers. Lots of ideas.
I wear outdoor shoes inside too.
In fact I rarely go outdoors.
My social life currently revolves around going to the vets šŸ™„

FannyCornforth Thu 02-Feb-23 12:34:15

Pittcity

I am wearing Skechers Arch Fit slippers in the house. They are 6 months old and still look brand new. You can never say that for cheap slippers.

What are your arches like Pittcity? Are they high?

(You look lovely in the video btw, a beautiful friendly face smile)

CraftyGranny Thu 02-Feb-23 12:35:56

I have very tender feet too and have settled on Skecher boots and Hotter Boots, both very comfortable.

Auntieflo Thu 02-Feb-23 13:47:59

Grandmaderby, glad you found them comfortable, and a bargain.
Mine have been so worthwhile.

Pittcity Thu 02-Feb-23 14:54:15

I have a high instep and odd feet Fanny. My arches need support otherwise they are painful.

Thankyou for the compliment. It was a few years ago.

Fernbergien Thu 02-Feb-23 15:20:56

I buy Joe and Jo flat casual shoes. Many colours. Very comfortable. Leather. Cost under £30. Amazing. If half size go down. On line or in some Garden centres. Also do slippers. Husband loves his. Yea

PinkCosmos Thu 02-Feb-23 15:36:56

I have had PF in the past.

I found the original style Crocs very comfy, especially to wear as slippers.

Hotter's tourist sandals (see picture) are also comfy as they have arch support. They also have a strap at the back (rather than being backless), which I find more secure. They do them in lots of different colours and widths. They are expensive but they often come up in the sale.

I have tried Sketcher or similar. The ones with woven material uppers. Whilst they are very comfy, I don't find them very supportive.

I also found, when I had PF, that shoes with a slight heel or wedge were more comfortable than completely flat shoes

AussieGran59 Fri 03-Feb-23 03:51:32

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Nannipocci1 Fri 03-Feb-23 11:29:22

Sketchers. Every time !

Ampersand Fri 03-Feb-23 11:33:11

I have an extremely painful bunion and finding comfortable shoes has always been problematic . However I agree with others that Skechers are very comfortable and I have 2 pairs which I alternate as that seems to work well. I bought them from Pavers who have branches and online. Better still all their prices are discounted - 2 other brands also sold by Pavers that are extremely comfortable are Gabor & Geox. Occassionally you find Skechers at a great price in TK Maxx

Dillonsgranma Fri 03-Feb-23 11:35:02

When I had plantar fasciitis I bought very expensive insole supports and wore them in all shoes and trainers
They worked
I think they were made by scholl

Bellocchild Fri 03-Feb-23 11:35:14

Hotter are good and well-made, with plenty of support, which I need

Irismarle Fri 03-Feb-23 11:42:33

I also like Skechers trainers and my Nike Air (more than twice the price) now sit unworn in the cupboard.
My best buy was a pair of Regatta boots which I got from a Debenhams just before they went bust but may be available online or elsewhere. They are incredibly soft and comfortable round the ankle as well as on the soles. I was able to walk any distance from when they were new with no problem whatever and I am very prone to blisters.

Kikibee Fri 03-Feb-23 11:42:44

Skechers do a trainer with arch support, they are great for Plantar Fascitis.. and really comfortable. I have a dog and need to walk her and find these by far the best for support. I also have a insole for boots and some supportive slippers made by Vionio, a bit pricey, but worth it.. Good luck with finding something.

SueEH Fri 03-Feb-23 11:47:32

I’ve just bought some Ecco Biome walking shoes and can safely say that they are both the lightest and most comfortable pair I’ve ever had - and most of my shoes are Skechers.

AmeliaLW Fri 03-Feb-23 11:48:41

My podiatrist has recommended shock wave therapy for PF. Has anyone tried this?

DellaandtgeDealer Fri 03-Feb-23 11:52:38

Can highly recommend FitFlops, not cheap but they often have a sale. I haven't worn anything else since 2007! ( Miss high heels occasionally though!)

lazysuze Fri 03-Feb-23 11:54:46

I have Nortons neuromas and very painful hammer toes from wearing toe posts for 35 years! My consultant suggested fitflops (not toe posts) I have a couple of pairs of boots, trainers, and cross foot sandals and fitflops which make walking possible. I had some lovely sheepskin slippers (not fitflop) but I couldn't wear them, they caused pain! My husband wears skechers and I did try a pair of trainers, which seemed well cushioned, but there was an indent around the insole that my toes slid into, which was very uncomfortable. I'll stick with my fitflops.