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If the shoe fits, wear it!

Posted by John, Volunteer Mentor @johnbishop, Apr 12, 2020

I think as we age our need for shoes changes. Our needs can also change due to different health conditions. For example, if you have neuropathy, you may be looking for something that is more roomy and has more cushion for comfort -- check our member recommendations in the following discussion:
Does anyone find that a brand of shoes helps your foot neuropathy? -- https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/does-anyone-find-that-a-brand-of-shoes-helps-your-foot-neuropathy/

You may also want to check out the following Newsfeed article on Finding the perfect shoe:
-- https://connect.mayoclinic.org/page/take-charge-healthy-aging/newsfeed-post/finding-the-perfect-shoe/

I used to call slipons shoes for kids and old people. Since I now get senior discounts, I have found myself buying mostly slipon shoes as a convenience - easy on, easy off. How about you -- Do you have any recommendations on a particular shoe that has served you well?

Interested in more discussions like this? Go to the Aging Well Support Group.

walk4life | @walk4life | Jan 31 12:59pm

I mostly wear On shoes. They make a running shoe which i have worn, but these are slip ons that i wear for everyday. They are very comfortable for lots of walking. The only problem is that the way the sole is made, small rocks can get stuck in the sole.I rarely wear “dress” shoes. When I have to dress up, i have some old pairs of black low heel shoes that are Salvador Ferragamo. I also have a pair of Clark’s black patent flats.. I also like Merrill and Naot. I used to wear Tom’s , but the last few times i ordered them they didn’t fit well. I haven’t tried Skechers, but i hear Good things about them. I have a narrow heel. I used to wear 6 1/2 to 7 AAA or AA. Now i wear 7 and can sometimes wear a medium width. I tired Sorel, but it was online amd after trying various sizes, i gave up that i would find something.

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mydogsbestfriend | @mydogsbestfriend | Feb 2 8:20am
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@bunnybear

I have fallen 4 times in the last year. It’s always because of my sciatica and a very slight drag in that foot, and I feel that non skid shoe soles contribute to the problem. I can tell where I am stumbling from and it’s always the mid to front bottom of the shoe on that affected foot that sticks to the floor or pavement and pitches me forward. The only time I walk with no fear of falling is bare foot, but winter doesn’t allow that. I’m trying to remember to purposefully lift that foot higher and place it down heel first. But it’s easy to forget. Are there any sports shoes that don’t have rubber type soles?

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I just returned yet another pair of shoes, a typical walking/running type. No support and the toe area was worse. After browsing through a lot of similar shoes and a record of past purchases of shoes ( now worn or discarded) I am looking at, if all things, golf shoes. I don’t play golf. Many do not have “spikes” on the soles, many are waterproof and some come in wide widths. The majority do not have a lot of stitching in the front/ tie area, which irritates my feet. The one pair I wanted to try is out of stock so I’m waiting for that.

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bunnybear | @bunnybear | Feb 2 9:04am
In reply to @mydogsbestfriend "I just returned yet another pair of shoes, a typical walking/running type. No support and the..." + (show)
@mydogsbestfriend

I just returned yet another pair of shoes, a typical walking/running type. No support and the toe area was worse. After browsing through a lot of similar shoes and a record of past purchases of shoes ( now worn or discarded) I am looking at, if all things, golf shoes. I don’t play golf. Many do not have “spikes” on the soles, many are waterproof and some come in wide widths. The majority do not have a lot of stitching in the front/ tie area, which irritates my feet. The one pair I wanted to try is out of stock so I’m waiting for that.

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@mydogsbestfriend: Interesting!! I would never have thought of looking at those, but will now. Thanks.

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