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Does anyone find that a type of shoe helps your foot neuropathy?

Posted by lorirenee1 @lorirenee1, Mar 25, 2019

I am on a constant quest for shoes that don't kill my feet due to the neuropathy. I find that Spencos and Wolky shoes seem the best. Are there any other suggestions? Shoes can be just crippling for me. Horrid.

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marieltha | @marieltha | Aug 18 8:04am
In reply to @hasmig1 "I’ve been wearing Altra running shoes for many years now. I Had never seen a shoe..." + (show)
@hasmig1

I’ve been wearing Altra running shoes for many years now. I Had never seen a shoe like them as they had a unique toebox. I actually bought two pairs as you couldn’t get them in Canada at the time. I went from walking in severe pain to being able to walk pain-free. At the time I did not have peripheral neuropathy, but painful, bunions and hammer toe. Last week I bought a pair of Hoka running shoes based on recommendations that I read on various Facebook groups. The advantage of the Hoka is that you can get it in a wide width. I’m very comfortable in them. The only thing about any running shoe I wear is that my feet get hot and start burning. So I’ll probably be happier in them in the cooler weather. (It’s abysmally hot And humid here right now). I love my Wolky Sandals and my Cambrian sandals, both which fit my orthotics. Orthotics have also been Game changer for me and I would encourage you to consider a pair. Best of luck.

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Which Altra shoes do you recommend? I understand they have three shapes, with the original having the widest toe spread. Is the Altra toe box wider than the HOKA wide?
Please tell us more.

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casd57 | @casd57 | Aug 19 7:03am
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@marieltha

Which Altra shoes do you recommend? I understand they have three shapes, with the original having the widest toe spread. Is the Altra toe box wider than the HOKA wide?
Please tell us more.

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Hokas Clifftons are softer
Another soft shoe is New Balance 1080 v13 unfortunately not cheaper than Hokas
I'm always on a quest for shoes as soft as these two but cheaper..I mean $160 for tennis shoes?????
One way Is to buy last years model like NB 1080 v12 which can run as low as $90 on amazon
Acisa Nimbus are their softest shoes in that brand Cloud is the next notch down about 75% as soft as Hokas but around $65+

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marieltha | @marieltha | Aug 19 7:57am
In reply to @hasmig1 "I’ve been wearing Altra running shoes for many years now. I Had never seen a shoe..." + (show)
@hasmig1

I’ve been wearing Altra running shoes for many years now. I Had never seen a shoe like them as they had a unique toebox. I actually bought two pairs as you couldn’t get them in Canada at the time. I went from walking in severe pain to being able to walk pain-free. At the time I did not have peripheral neuropathy, but painful, bunions and hammer toe. Last week I bought a pair of Hoka running shoes based on recommendations that I read on various Facebook groups. The advantage of the Hoka is that you can get it in a wide width. I’m very comfortable in them. The only thing about any running shoe I wear is that my feet get hot and start burning. So I’ll probably be happier in them in the cooler weather. (It’s abysmally hot And humid here right now). I love my Wolky Sandals and my Cambrian sandals, both which fit my orthotics. Orthotics have also been Game changer for me and I would encourage you to consider a pair. Best of luck.

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Hi, can you tell us more about the Altra shoes, please? Have you worn the original shape? I have HOKA Bondi 8's and Orthofeet Nira's, but the toe shape of the Altra looks better. Which models of Altras have you liked? Thanks!

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hasmig1 | @hasmig1 | Aug 19 9:50am
In reply to @marieltha "Hi, can you tell us more about the Altra shoes, please? Have you worn the original..." + (show)
@marieltha

Hi, can you tell us more about the Altra shoes, please? Have you worn the original shape? I have HOKA Bondi 8's and Orthofeet Nira's, but the toe shape of the Altra looks better. Which models of Altras have you liked? Thanks!

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Hi Mariel. I don’t remember the model of the Altras I recently tried on, but I liked that they were available in a wide width. They were very expensive (over $200 Canadian). The shape was that wider boxier shape which is so comfortable. Honestly I bought the Hoka because my son works at a sports store and I was able to buy them for a good deal. They are very comfortable but feel a bit clunky compared to the Altras. There is no ‘one size fits all’ for shoes. I think you’ll be comfortable with either shoe.

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fala | @fala | Aug 19 3:07pm

Hi Mariel,
I have tried many different types of shoes to ease my neuropathy. The only thing that helps me is making sure the shoes are wide enough at the toes, and not wearing the same shoes two days in a row. I can't go real cheap, but I can get by with paying under $100 if they are "wide" and a reputable name.

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marieltha | @marieltha | Aug 24 12:02pm
In reply to @hasmig1 "Hi Mariel. I don’t remember the model of the Altras I recently tried on, but I..." + (show)
@hasmig1

Hi Mariel. I don’t remember the model of the Altras I recently tried on, but I liked that they were available in a wide width. They were very expensive (over $200 Canadian). The shape was that wider boxier shape which is so comfortable. Honestly I bought the Hoka because my son works at a sports store and I was able to buy them for a good deal. They are very comfortable but feel a bit clunky compared to the Altras. There is no ‘one size fits all’ for shoes. I think you’ll be comfortable with either shoe.

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Thanks very much! I love the Hoka Bondi 8, but wish its toe box was stretchy. My crowded toes might like the Altra. Stores here (100 miles) stopped carrying them and I am reluctant to try another $$$ online. Thanks again.

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shainahshadow | @shainahshadow | Aug 25 9:57am
In reply to @marieltha "Thanks very much! I love the Hoka Bondi 8, but wish its toe box was stretchy...." + (show)
@marieltha

Thanks very much! I love the Hoka Bondi 8, but wish its toe box was stretchy. My crowded toes might like the Altra. Stores here (100 miles) stopped carrying them and I am reluctant to try another $$$ online. Thanks again.

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I have been buting Brooks Beast in mens and they are great
I have neuropathy throughout my whole bod and used to carry 6 pairs of shoes with me and change every hour, no more since I use these

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pqr437dth | @pqr437dth | Aug 25 10:55am
In reply to @bunnybear "I have neuropathy and had plantar fasciitis. Oofos slides absolutely cured my PF. However, now I..." + (show)
@bunnybear

I have neuropathy and had plantar fasciitis. Oofos slides absolutely cured my PF. However, now I only wear Oofos closed toe because the toe of the slides folded under and made me fall. I think that is a problem related to my increasingly poor gait as I age. I tend to drag my feet. I am trying to be mindful to correct this. Anyway, the Oofos closed toe are incredibly comfortable, the toes don’t fold under, and I won’t wear anything else. However , they are pricey, though they do have ongoing sales. The best selection and prices is at their online store. It takes about 6 days to get them that way. Amazon seems to price randomly, sometimes charging the same as the store but sometimes charging TWICE as much. So look at both before buying on Amazon for sure!

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My neurologist told me there is NO CURE for neuropathy that I've had over 20 yrs, not sure what you mean by cured.

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Aug 25 12:10pm
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@pqr437dth

My neurologist told me there is NO CURE for neuropathy that I've had over 20 yrs, not sure what you mean by cured.

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Welcome @pqr437dth, You are right about there being no cure for neuropathy. I think what @bunnybear said was that the Oofos slides cured her plantar fasciitis (PF) not her neuropathy. While there is no cure for neuropathy, there are a lot of different treatments that provide some relief and also a lot of things we can do for ourselves to help with the quality of our lives. If you haven't already seen it, the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy has a lot of good information - https://www.foundationforpn.org/.

Have you found anything that has helped with your neuropathy symptoms?

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thenazareneshul | @thenazareneshul | Aug 26 1:02pm
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@pqr437dth

My neurologist told me there is NO CURE for neuropathy that I've had over 20 yrs, not sure what you mean by cured.

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Two things. It is her PF, not neuropathy she states was cured.

If, by chance, your neuropathy is caused by statins you might be taking, going off them can relieve some of the pain of any statin caused neuropathy. There are some other prescriptions (non-statin) that may be used for high cholesterol instead. If that applies to you.

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