Sugestion for good walking shoes for a 90-plus-year-old?
Am reluctant to walk as much as I probably should. Am 93 and in good general health but quite fearful of possiblly falling. I feel that if I had a pair of sturdy walking shoes I would be inclined to walk much more. Any suggstions?
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Brooks is a quality brand and great reputation. Always worth trying out. Plus they have an excellent return policy. I think 90 days full refund, even if you wear the shoe! In my opinion though they used to make higher quality shoes, like most other manufacturers used to.
I am 83 and have a wide foot and high arches. I wear Hoka Gaviotas and also Altra brand, their Lone Pine Model. I also use ABEO insoles with the metatarsul bump .
Alta brand is known for no drop from heel to toe, wide toe box.
yes they are very good for walking I was a nurse and wore them. But now am older and they are quite expensive, as you should only wear them for walking daily atleast 6 mos for getting another pair. That is what most recommend. for me itis the price. but thanks for the advice appreciate it.
@ciddy1931 I have many feet issues and have had three surgeries, one of which was reconstructive. I over pronate, have fallen arches, fat pad atrophy and a bunion. I find that having custom made orthotics helps significantly, my podiatrist made in his lab. I wear Brooks Adrenaline from morning until night, they offer great support. At night I wear Vionic slide sandals for surpport (get up several times nightly). I might suggest visiting a good sports shoe store that can fit you for a good shoe. Fleet Feet is one store that is good as they will watch you walk and do an analysis on what shoe would be best for you specifically.
"Activator Poles" specifically designed for PD sufferers
There are walking poles designed for PD "Activator" brand.
Different design from trekking poles.