Hi Everyone,
Looking for some advice please. My feet have still not recovered from walking around in what used to be very comfortable trainers. They still are, but my feet, joints, etc are so painful that I think the time has come to buy a pair of trainers that absorb the shock of my feet from the pavement. I am in a lot of pain. Does anyone have any brands, recommendations for trainers please or maybe inserts that I can put in my current trainers. 🙏
have you tried crocs?
I have tried and got a pair of very comfy Crocs sandals, but even though I SPF 50 everyday, I managed to "catch" the sun on my feet which sent the inflammation on a journey of it's own accord. I do have a pair of gardening Croc clogs which I manage really well, but sadly they don't make any more. I bought some Skechers foamies mules and although they are comfortable, I use my toes to keep them on so can only walk small distances before the agony kicks in (pardon the pun). Thanks so much for the suggestions. I've been investigating most of the day. I am going to have to let go of fashionable v comfort though that's my first observation. Thanks for taking the time to reply to me.
hi I wear Vionic trainers which are not cheap but really help my foot pain and also sketchers are also good x
Looked at Vionics via QVC; they've made my list. Thanks for the suggestion.
your very welcome x
I have worn sketchers for years and recently bought the Arch Fit ones that are very good
Ah yes. I bought my brother a lovely pair of man's Skechers that pop in the washing machine. He says they're very comfortable. Pity I don't look after my feet as well as his. Note to self....🥴
If you trainers are not for runners have you tried the ones by Rieker, they are really good for cushioning
My trainers won't be used for running. My activity of choice is yoga which is strange because I do it in bare feet and my feet don't hurt when I do yoga, but put my very trendy trainers on and agony. Rieker is a great shout out, my Mum used to wear Reiker and she had very painful feet from all her years of dancing. Thanks so much for the reminder. 🙏
Vionic- expensive but worth it for me
Thank you. So glad you've found something that works for you; I'm quite envious 😉
Good morning CavendishCool
Merrells every time for me! They’re superb for my husband & I we have found no other make which compares.
I have huge, painful bunions + fallen arches, troublesome some ankles (SLE, Lupus), hubby has Rheumatoid Arthritis - deformed, painful & swollen ankles plus a very high instep.
Merrells have an inbuilt arch support, come in a variety of styles and have strong, sturdy soles with excellent treads and ‘Vibram’ soles. They are not heavy & cumbersome, nor thin & flimsy.
I have 2 pairs of walking trainers, sports trainers and also walking boots; We both have had various pairs over many years so the brand is tried & tested by us. We’ve never had a problem with them - the comfort, fit & quality materials are all excellent.
They are true to fit, (generous even) and come in half sizes, a little bit pricey but they are long lasting and we wear ours every day.
I had my latest pair from Go Outdoors (online) which were quite a bit cheaper than elsewhere, this was because I paid the £5 Membership subscription fee which was worth doing for the reductions I got.
Merrells have their own website but you can order them from Amazon too.
Hope you get fixed up & your feet are happy 👟 👟🙂 👣
I can vouch for Merrells too. I purchased my first pair after being diagnosed with arthritis in one of my big toes after a soft tissue injury. They are the only pair of my trainers I can walk in comfortably without aggravating the pain on my toe.
Thank you for Merrells suggestion. I've been on their website and they certainly mean business. I like some of their Winter boots too. Thanks for vouching. I hadn't heard of them before. 🙏
Thanks for the advice. Merrells certainly have an extensive range. Good to know that they're true to size especially with the width. I seemed to have acquired hobbit feet since being diagnosed with Lupus and it's the width I have trouble with particularly so that's really useful. Thanks for such a helpful suggestion. 👍
Sketchers I have always worn them.. have one for the gardening and one for going out. Always found them very comfortable.
Thank you. Good to know someone else has gardening shoes; a point my husband does not seem to agree with 😡
I would suggest try a few brands out and see. Each of us are different with our feet. So order some in and try them at home or when you are feeling well enough to head out to try in a shop pick one shop that has a good selection of trainers.
Thank you. I do sort of use QVC to try before I buy, but sometimes the postage is scarily expensive, but you are right. I've made many expensive mistakes. Thank you for the advice.
Sketchers the soft material archfit are fabulous, wear socks as well. My feet get sore and rub recently, the pavement feels like walking on pebbles. Shoes are harder. I'm trying vivaia and so far they're pretty good. It's hard I'm early fifties and my feet are past retirement age😀 I mourn wearing pretty shoes. Good trainers or shoes are pricey too. Hope you find something.
Thank you. These are the style I bought my brother who has no care for beauty! Tbh, I'm in so much pain, I'm almost ready to admit defeat (sorry, couldn't help myself!). My feet are 63 years old and some days they feel every year of those years. I am a thudder on the pavement so the shock waves travelling up the very thin soles of my very glittery trainers to my knees really do need sorting out soon. Thanks so much 🙏
The best thing I did was to get some insoles made. A physio or osteopath can do this and they are moulded to exactly fit your foot and provide support where you need it. This was cheaper than an expensive pair of trainers and can be put in different pairs (although they won’t fit in every pair). In some areas this is available via the NHS. Otherwise I would agree that Vionics are great too. Good luck.
Yes, I was referred to a NHS Podiatrist/Bio-Mechanical Specialist.
They assessed my gait & made insoles, but only one pair which isn’t ideal & they’re not very long-lasting. I can reorder new ones once a year. However, some ‘off the shelf’ insoles are just as good though.
Were they those hard black plastic insoles? Because I had some made under NHS when I had problems with my feet years ago. But found they really got in the way with my shoes and put the shoes out of shape. It was really awful. Really did not get on with them whilst they help briefly but inthe long run it was not beneficial for me not much support also found my feet slipping sometimes as well because of the smoothness of the insole.
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Oh no! They were no use whatsoever to you….
Mine & my husband’s are very comfortable, not solid plastic, made of several different layers. Yes the top is black in colour, (not smooth but with a mesh-like pattern), they’re softer, yet robust underneath that. They’re very long lasting - made a huge difference for my husband in his work boots.
I don’t need to put them in Merrells, (trainers, walking shoes or boots) as the inbuilt insoles in them is sufficient. However, in other shoes I have to remove the insole (if there is one) before putting in my ‘bespoke’ ones otherwise there’s not enough room for my feet to fit in too!
Stay comfy ….👣….
Once again, I took my brother to an NHS Podiatrist appointment, why did I not think of that for myself 🥴. Thanks for recommending this route.
I have very poor feet. Rhumy podiatrist advised proper running shoes (I dont run). The key thing she advised was that they should have a stiff sole with not too much flexibility when you try and bend them up.
I get shoes, boots, trainers from Wider Fit shoes widerfitshoes.co.uk/
These are wider than may brands, so you can put in insoles in.
For me, the best thing I did was to get a pair of insoles made by a foot specialist which I can put in most footwear I have. They support and help my feet so much - it has made a huge difference in my walking ability. Worth spending money on.
Skechers are brilliant - most have a cushioned sole, it's literally like walking on air. I had so many problems with my feet till I discovered them.
Skechers. They are the most comfortable shoe I have ever had, recently bought a pair without laces as I’ve been struggling to tie them. They are just as comfortable and so easy to get on and off.
I wear adidas trainers,always with inserts,scholl inserts are good,
I don’t usually buy footwear on the net as I don’t like the hassle of returning stuff.
I think the suggestion of having insoles made by specialist.walking trainers are good.
Vionics are lovely,but they hurt my awkward feet.
When you buy new foot wear make sure you try it on straight away.if it’s not right,please return.
I know this sounds really obvious,but in the past,I’ve wasted money by not concentrating.
I hope all the suggestions given by everyone will be useful to you.
I haven’t read any of the other replies but for me you can’t beat Sketchers. Costco nearly always have them a lot cheaper.
Just been to Costco nearby me they did not have any Sketches at all. Not sure where they had them stocked. But I tried a summer pair of shoes and it is really comfy I wanted a closed toe fronted to keep my feet warm as they get cold easily. This pair fits the bill. They are expensive but will last hopefully. Best part is it is velcro over not fussing over buckles 😁😅
Sounds like you got yourself a deal! Well done 👏 x
great , look on line as well TKMaxx who sometimes have them reduced. At least go and try a pair on, I have just walked so far and well in mine
db wider feet or my podiatrist recommended running trainers as they are designed to support joints.
Saucony trainers are great, but also Hotter have some that give a little less support, which work well for me. Personally I didn’t like Skechers memory foam ones as they are way too hot.
I was definitely NOT a Trainer wearer pre RA, ..but I now find Vionic very comfortable.They take a bit of getting used to- but if you buy them from somewhere that let’s you try them & return for a full refund if they don’t suit you…they really are worth trying.
Hi, I wear skechers, very comfortable xxx
I have wide feet and I can recommend Brooks trainers.
Hi Cavendish cool. I had an awful time a few weeks ago with and was off my feet. I was in agony. My son recommended Hoka trainers as he has also suffered heel pain. I have to say they are more expensive than the trainers I usually buy but have been a godsend. I also did some foot massages and some simple exercises I found online. A coke bottle filled with water , then frozen is a good exercise. You roll your foot from heel to toe over coke bottle, it is painful but really works. I hope this helps you .
I would recommend Skechers which have now worn for years and notice huge difference if not Skechers and many of family have turned to them now too for comfort and help rather than fashion
We are all different when it comes to shoes, whether with style, fit or material used. My most comfy forms of footwear are Timberland boots, but only certain styles, and when it comes to warmer weather I am at a loss! My partner had bad foot issues a couple of years ago and GP advice did not help. He went privately to a local podiatrist who did an ultrasound scan, diagnosed his problem and made tailored shoe inserts for him, recommending they be put in supportive walking shoes/trainers, and luckily approving of those he took in! Having got the inserts, which helped tremendously, he was able to tailor off-the-shelf inserts to suit him later when his condition improved.
You need to go to a podiatry shop that has Lazer pressure walking sensor. This will tell u if your gate is off. Not a hospital that watches you walk . Then get a tennis ball and roll under your foot as exercise breakers up tissue. Do you have ankle problems at moment and feet tingle and bones feel moving?
Private specialist recommendation? 
Any recommendations?
Make up recommendations for Lupus - Good coverage 
dermatologist recommendation
Rheumatology recommendation 
