Clogs/shoes for flat feet

primrose_marian

Hi all,

Would really appreciate some advice / suggestions for footwear. Currently off work due to nerve pain in my feet, apparently caused by me having very flat and also pronated feet. I've been told I should wear my orthotics at all times, but wearing them in trainers is making my feet so much more painful! Specifically over the top of my feet merging into where my arches are burns when wearing trainers, even done up loosely.

Would be super grateful for any suggestions of clogs / other shoes that aren't trainers which either correct pronation + support the arches or would still allow me to use my orthotics. I'm not walking far as sadly mostly housebound due to this currently so they don't need to look pretty!

TIA for any suggestions!

TL;Dr - looking for clogs/shoes that either take orthotic insoles or correct pronation+flat footedness without putting pressure on top of the foot.

ka7e

I hope you were told to build up to wearing your orthotics full-time. A drastic change in pronation can lead to you overcompensating if it's really uncomfortable, leading to referred pain in knees and hips.

I assume you need something with a high instep to accommodate the orthotics while still being supportive? There are shoes designed specially for use with orthotics but they are usually expensive. A clog with a buckle might work, like Birkenstocks - they are expensive but already have a built in arch support. Classic Crocs also have a wider, taller fit than other designs and were the only things I could wear with plantar fascitis.

nachtvlinders

Are Dansko Shoes Good For Plantar Fasciitis? - The Shoe Box (theshoeboxnyc.com) I have these in black and brown and bought them from Ebay.com but you can still find them in the UK. They are very sturdy and have given me the most comfortable wear since I got them 4 years ago. Birkenstocks are not great and the sole isn't cushioned. I also wear Fitflop boots for winter, the Mukluk Shorty in leather. They have soft cushioning unlike the awful flat soled UGGS. 

goldfinches

Another vote here for fitflops specifically these slippers which have grippy soles that can be worn outside too. Women's Chrissie Leather Shearling Slippers | FitFlop UK I bought myself a pair to help with the painful arthritic joints in my feet and find them wonderfully soft and supportive as well as really warm. My feet are never going to be painless but these slippers have made a real difference to me.