Foot...shoes

DeniseMc

Hi
I've got osteoarthritis in my foot and ankle...can anyone recommend shoe makes etc.
I've wasted a lot of money on initial comfort, i need to walk quite a bit with my job!

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Welcome to Arthritis Care Forums DeniseMc from the moderation team

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stickywicket

Hi Denise and welcome to the forum.

I have to wear surgical shoes myself but this is a topic which comes up a lot on here. Try this former thread http://tinyurl.com/jcxum6a . Also you might want to ask your GP to refer you to an orthotist for orthotic insoles. They can help a lot.

bubbles

Hi Denise, welcome to the forum, I am sure you will find it helpful and a good p lace to be. There are so many lovely people here.

I was referred to the specialist Podiatry department - saw the lady who deals with orthotics insoles, etc, all to do with the bones of the feet. She was really nice and helped a lot. As far as I recall I think the physiotherapist referred me - it's a long time ago.

We have a local shop who specialise in shoes that are designed to help with foot problems http://www.shoemed.co.uk/

XX Aidan

bubbadog

I find sketchers footwear very comfortable as it's cushioned and they do stretch. Which is good for when my feet swell.