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

Where do you buy those shoes?

Thank you Ray and Bluesky! Based on your recommendations I bought a pair of Brooks Addiction Walkers. What an amazing difference! Much more support than Merrells jungle mocs. I have Morton's neuroma (longer second toe inflaming ball of foot) in addition to neuropathy, and podiatrist recommended orthotic insert with a hole cut out around/under/over second metatarsal. I have not felt this comfortable walking in 15 years!

That is wonderful to hear! I know it's "each to his own favorite shoe," but Brooks Addiction shoes were my favorite running shoes for many years until my PN made them too heavy to wear with a wobbly gait. I'm hoping if I can rebuild my leg strength, I'll be able to wear Brooks Addiction shoes again. It was a pleasant surprise to receive your post. I wish you many comfortable miles in your new Brooks Addiction shoes! ––Ray (@ray666)

I have spinal stenosis and some neuropathy. I was having balance problems and had fallen 5 times. I was a runner for over 50 years, with two marathons, four half marathons and a ton of other races under my belt. At the age of 80, I went to jogging and fast walking, which worked well until less than a year ago when things started to turn. Running shoes were too soft. I found some OrthoFeet shoes online. They have solved my problem, and I now have 3 pairs of the shoes and a pair of boots. No falls since. In about one month I am having an EMG nerve test. The stenosis is bad on the right side, but it is my left leg that still does occasional stutter steps. Hopefully there is an answer. Chuck G

It was good to read such a sturdy endorsement of OrthoFeet shoes. If you've read some of my earlier posts, you know I'm now an ex-long-distance runner who's been extolling the virtues of Brooks Addiction shoes. I've come to accept that my PN and a prosthetic knee have scotched any plans I may have had to get back to running (more the fake knee than the PN), but I'm always on the lookout for some good shoes that will help to steady my terribly unsteady gait. Your post has me thinking: I should try a pair of OrthoFeet shoes. ––Ray (@ray666)

Happy if it helps you. There is 60 -day wear test with free shipping and returns. I am always skeptical of internet offers, but have been pleasantly surprised in this case. We bought a treadmill for winter workouts as we live in Michigan. In the past, I ran in windchills of up to 20 below. Not anymore, especially since the sure footing is not there like it used to be. At 81, I am just happy to be above ground able to do as much as I can. I wish you well in your journey.
Best Regards,
Chuck

Hi, Chuck

Me, too. As I drive by runners loping along in umpteen-below, I think, My god, that used to be me! These days, I'm pleased to be able to climb aboard my stationary bike without tipping it over.

Ray

I can wear a Clarks flip-flop type sandal with arch support, and only a New Balance Tennis shoe with an insert from the Good Feet store. Other shoes and boots (especially if too cushy like with memory foam) I cannot. I have spent a fortune on shoes, and these are practically all I can wear. I tolerate a rain boot or an Ugg boot for very short periods with the Good Feet insert placed inside.

Like so many of us, I have spent a fortune on shoes, trying, trying, trying to find something that works. I also have metatarsalgia which is very painful. Brooks Addiction works for me in the summer. It is hard to find a winter boot, however.

I found the widest flat boot will work. (actually I only found one pair) I can't have pressure on my metatarsals and I can't wear socks.
During the summer I wear Birkenstock sandals. The wide width with the firm footbed. Just got their wool clogs which are nice except in the snow because of the open heel.
During the winter I also wear the wool Haflinger because I can't wear socks. I can't walk distance with the Haflinger because of the pressure on my metatarsals.
Just a reminder, the firm footbed works best for me but everyone is different.
I have 4 or 5 pair of prescription orthotics I can't wear.
Wishing you well on this journey. Hoping you will find shoes which will allow pain free walking. God Bless You!