A Podiatrist Gives Tips for Choosing Shoes: Leonard Greenwald, DPM: Podiatrist (2024)

FAQs

What do podiatrists think about shoes? ›

ALWAYS CHOOSE SNEAKERS FOR WALKING OR RUNNING

Podiatrists advocate for people wearing sneakers as often as possible as they allow for maximum support and protection. It's always best to choose a pair of sneakers for times when a person will be on their feet for long periods of time.

It's best to wear shoes that you commonly use, as they can provide valuable information about your foot health and walking patterns. If you have specific concerns about a particular pair of shoes, bring them along to discuss with your podiatrist.

Sketchers DO NOT have appropriate stability in the upper fabric and the heel counter to complement an orthotic. As such, you will probably find the orthotic redundant, or in worse case contributing to the cause of injury. Remember, an orthotic does 50% of the work. The shoe does the other 50%.

Often a podiatrist can look at your foot type and give a specific category of shoe that might work best.”

Because of the lack of heel cushioning, minimalist shoes have been associated with an increased incidence of heel (calcaneal) fractures, especially in high arched, rigid foot types.

Based on our research and Dr. Pinker's advice, we selected the SAS Mesh Walking Sneaker as the best walking shoes for seniors overall. Others shoes, such as the New Balance 928v3 and Saucony Omni Walker 3, also stood out for their impressive stability features.

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The short answer is yes, but it depends. While Skechers are designed to be comfortable and supportive, the type of Skechers you choose will depend on your individual foot needs and what activities you'll be using them for.

What brand of sneakers do podiatrists recommend? ›

Thankfully, there are plenty of sneaker brands — like New Balance, Hoka and Brooks — that make shoes specifically for people with wide feet. We interviewed podiatrists about what to look for when shopping for the best women's wide sneakers for running and walking.

Crocs make for excellent footwear because they are lightweight, comfortable, and easy to slip into and out of. They are also breathable, promote circulation, and have enough room to avoid compression of the toes. Unfortunately, they are not ideal for everyday wear or long periods.

The SEC's order finds that Skechers violated reporting and proxy solicitation provisions of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Without admitting or denying the SEC's findings, Skechers agreed to a cease-and-desist order and to pay the civil monetary penalty referenced above.

According to a press release from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, advocates of minimalist or barefoot running hold that minimalist shoes would lead to changed strike patterns, putting prominence on forefoot strike (FFS) or midfoot strike (MFS), which would reduce load stress on the knee, lower leg and ...

Hoka shoes are great for walking because they are lightweight but provide cushioning and stability, according to Parthasarathy.

“It provides cushioning, shock absorption, a stable heel counter, and a mesh design in the toe box. These features help prevent excessive moisture buildup and reduce the onset of Athlete's foot fungus (tinea pedis), toenail fungus (onychomycosis), and plantar warts.”

Generally, shoes that lace up are preferred over slip-ons because they provide better support and hold your foot in place to the sole of a shoe. Birkenstocks sandals, for example, have an arch but won't protect your feet as well as a tennis shoe or running shoe.