Did you know that women are more vulnerable to foot pain than men? The days of wearing narrow-fitting shoes and sacrificing comfort for style are over. Dr. Higgins has compiled a list of her favorite women’s shoes that are stylish, comfortable and even fit your custom orthotics.
ASICS – ASICS footwear is designed to keep you moving. They offer a variety of shoes for different sports and foot types.
New Balance – New Balance offers shoes made in the United States ranging from casual to athletic. Athleisure in style with a pair of their Fresh Foam sneakers.
Vionic – These women’s shoes offer comfort, support, and style all in one. Their shoes are also the perfect fit for your custom orthotics. Choose from strappy sandals, heels, boots and supportive flats in a variety of patterns and colors.
Brooks
– Brooks offers running, track, trail and walking shoes in a wide range of styles that fit your custom orthotics.
Clarks – For 200 years, Clarks has been making innovative, comfortable shoes. Their women’s selection ranges from loafers to boots and heels to sandals—all with support and stability in mind.
Ecco – ECCO shoes come highly rated and also offer a variety of styles. Their insoles are also removable, offering plenty of room for your custom orthotics.
Brands we carry at Indy Podiatry
The following brands are ones we carry in our office, and also have the podiatry seal of approval from all of our doctors.
Dr. Comfort– We have carried Dr. Comfort shoes for a long time because of their comfort, reliability, and variety of different sizes. From comfy casual to supportive dress, Indy Podiatry offers a wide range of styles in office.
Orthofeet– Orthofeet promises pain-free or your money back, and come recommended by podiatrists everywhere. They also come with removable orthotic insoles in every pair of shoes. Check out our extremely comfortable heels!
Apex– Apex brand shoesare designed by foot health experts to provide comfort, support, and style for over 50 years.
If you have any questions about proper shoes or custom orthotics, please call our office today at 317-573-4250 so that one of our knowledgeable podiatrists can help you on your path to pain-free feet and ankles.
FAQs
ALWAYS CHOOSE SNEAKERS FOR WALKING OR RUNNING
While it may seem obvious to wear sneakers for walking and running, some people still don't follow this tip and it can cause problems later on. Podiatrists advocate for people wearing sneakers as often as possible as they allow for maximum support and protection.
What footwear do podiatrists recommend? ›
ALWAYS CHOOSE SNEAKERS FOR WALKING OR RUNNING
While it may seem obvious to wear sneakers for walking and running, some people still don't follow this tip and it can cause problems later on. Podiatrists advocate for people wearing sneakers as often as possible as they allow for maximum support and protection.
What shoes are good to wear with orthotics? ›
The 7 best shoes for maximum support with orthotics.
- Asics Gel Cumulus 24. ...
- Asics Gel Kayano 29. ...
- HOKA Arahi 6. ...
- HOKA Clifton 9. ...
- Xsensible Golden Gate. ...
- Xsensible Abo/Stockholm. ...
- Ecco Exohike.
While orthotics add support, the shoe you put them in can also play a role in future injuries. However, Orthopedic footwear is specifically designed to cushion, protect, and add stability to every single part of the foot.
What shoes do podiatrists recommend for seniors? ›
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.
What shoes do orthopedic surgeons recommend? ›
Klaw 528
- Klaw 528. Best orthopedic shoe overall. ...
- More options. Dansko Fawna Mary Jane for Women. ...
- More options. Cole Haan Men's Original Grand Shortwing Oxford. ...
- Hoka Bondi 8. Best orthopedic walking shoe. ...
- More options. Puma Deviate Nitro 2 Running Shoes. ...
- More options. ...
- Vionic Karmelle Oxford Casual Sneaker. ...
- Kuru Atom.
Why HOKA Works Great with Orthotic Solutions. Many orthopedic professionals recommend HOKA shoes for those experiencing any foot pain in need of orthotic solutions.
When should you not wear orthotics? ›
Resting at home: If you're relaxing at home and not putting much stress on your feet, you may not need to wear your orthotics. Specific activities: Some activities, like swimming or showering, may require removing your orthotics to avoid damaging them.
Do you need to buy bigger shoes for orthotics? ›
Do I Need to Buy Bigger Shoes to Use My Orthotics? Always buy shoes to fit your feet, even when inserting orthotics. If your footwear was designed to work with a custom orthotic device, you do not need to buy larger shoes to accommodate your orthotics.
Does insurance pay for orthopedic shoes? ›
Fortunately, you can get partial or full reimbursem*nt for what you spend on orthotics. Many health benefit plans include coverage for specific medical conditions and treatments, including orthotics. These plans provide either partial or complete coverage for custom orthotics obtained with a doctor's prescription.
Orthotic-friendly shoes tend to possess firm midsoles to ensure that inserts are locked in place and resilient to force. Wider foot support - The wider the bed of the foot is, the stronger the support of your shoe will be. Orthotic-friendly shoes come with wide foot support.
Are Vionic shoes good for orthotics? ›
Many of our products are recommended by the APMA, or American Podiatric Medical Association. Vionic's breakthrough technology offers versatility, which means you can have orthotic comfort in your favorite shoes.
What are good shoes to wear when you are on your feet all day? ›
The HOKA Clifton 9 is our top choice for both men and women who need to be on their feet for several hours during the day. Its compression-molded EVA foam midsole provides wearers with substantial cushioning.
What brand of sandals do podiatrists recommend? ›
Comfortable Walking Sandals, According To A Podiatrist. From Birkenstocks to Aerosoles, these are the supportive sandals for women and men that an expert recommends. The Hoka Ora Recovery slide, Vionic Brielle sandal and Dansko season sandal.
Do podiatrists recommend walking barefoot? ›
Walking barefoot can actually have some benefits for our feet and overall health. It allows our feet to move more naturally and helps to strengthen the muscles, tendons, and ligaments in our feet. This can improve our balance and stability, and may even help to prevent foot pain and injuries.
Why don't podiatrists recommend Skechers? ›
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%.
– Brooks offers running, track, trail and walking shoes in a wide range of styles that fit your custom orthotics.
Orthofeet– Orthofeet promises pain-free or your money back, and come recommended by podiatrists everywhere. They also come with removable orthotic insoles in every pair of shoes. Check out our extremely comfortable heels!