
What are orthopaedic shoes?
Orthopaedic shoes are shoes that are specifically designed to support or accommodate the mechanics and structure of the foot, ankle and leg. They have a number of medically beneficial features and functions that separate them from everyday footwear. The more abnormal your foot mechanics are the more likely you will require orthopaedic shoes.
Who wears orthopaedic shoes?
Anyone suffering from any of the following conditions can benefit greatly from wearing orthopaedic shoes:
- Swollen Feet – Edema
- Plantar Fasciitis – Heel Pain
- Flat Feet – Fallen Arches
- Bunions – Hallux Valgus
- Hammertoes
- Heel Spurs
- Diabetes
- Arthritis
- Patients recovering from foot surgery