Reply With QuoteYou are looking at shoes but have you considered bio-mechanical issues? I'd suggest seeing a podiatrist as you may have foot/leg issues that need correction
I'm a teacher and I'm my feet 9 hours (yes we don't just finish at 3pm!). I've had knee surgery in the past to trim cartilage and to remove a plica. My knee is playing up again and I don't think my work shoes help. I currently wear loakes derby style with a leather sole, very little cushioning at all. I've been looking online at more comfortable alternatives- clarks, Ecco. Are they any good? They certainly don't look as smart but to be honest I'm looking for comfort at the moment, any recommendations?
You are looking at shoes but have you considered bio-mechanical issues? I'd suggest seeing a podiatrist as you may have foot/leg issues that need correction
I have seen one in the past (before I had knee surgery)and I did have some inserts made but they were v painful to wear. I start physio again next week and I might see if I can also get a ref. to the podiatrist.Originally Posted by mrushton
Having had a few knee surgeries myself and having to do a fair bit of walking i tend to go for clarks shoes, current ones are active air vents, which took a couple of weeks to get used too, but are fantastic for all day wear
I'm going to have a look around town after work tomorrow and will stop by the clarks shop, thanks.
Last edited by Cinch; 23rd November 2016 at 22:17.
If your inserts hurt beyond the normal bedding-in period maybe they need adjusting or replacing. If they were recommended by a decent medic you probably need them.
It was before they'd actually diagnosed my knee injury and the inserts were solely designed on an assessment of my gait, which Would have been off due to my knee injury. I will ask the opinion of my physio at my appointment next week.
Mainstream comfy brands : Ecco, skechers, geox
Good luck everybody. Have a good one.
If I know I'm going to be doing a lot of walking, I wear Dr Martens shoes. Plenty of styles that are smart enough to wear with a suit, and the Airwair soles are great to walk on.
I don't know if you'd be able to wear walking shoes at school but I've got a pair of Merrell's and they are brilliant. Definately fine for being on your feet all day.
Funny as I was thinking about starting a similar thread. Issues with the tendons in my feet, coupled with being stood up most of the day, has lead to me wearing a pair of sketchers trainers all day.
Now I need to wear something a bit smarter due to a promotion of sorts and I'm scratching my head for suggestions, ideally in a boot of some sort.
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Funny as I was thinking about starting a similar thread. Issues with the tendons in my feet, coupled with being stood up most of the day, has lead to me wearing a pair of sketchers trainers all day.
Now I need to wear something a bit smarter due to a promotion of sorts and I'm scratching my head for suggestions, ideally in a boot of some sort.
Take a look at Rockport too
Try the Steptronic range from jones bootmakers, they have extra cushioning
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Check out Mephisto shoes. Expensive but comfortable.
Clarks active air range are a lot more comfortable than my Loake 1880 brogues or my Alden brogues.
And my ex boss swears that he goes running in his Ecco oxfords, at least for the bus that is..
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I could probably get away with trainers but I'm also responsible for discipline and uniform/ appearance so probably doesn't go down too well if I'm wearing something too casual. I will definitely have a look toda, I'm currently looking at Clarks Chilverwalk.
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I was actually going to get a pair of rainbows for weekend wear.
Look at Anatomicshoes.com. Very soft underfoot and excellent quality and comfort. I have five pairs now and don't buy anything else. Lots of styles. Wait for their online sales.
Try Hotter.... okay, I agree, the shops are a bit overcrowded with the 'older' customers but that's for good reason i.e. the pensioners like their comfortable shows.
I've been wearing a pair of their brown brogues for work now for a few months and they're a lot more comfortable than my Loakes and look better than some trainers. Also hard wearing and cheap as chips - wait for one of there offers.
I generally wear Clarks for work as for me they strike the best blend of price, comfort and style, my current pair are brogue style and I have had a lot of positive comments from people on the style. I have had Ecco's in the past and they were superbly comfortable, but perhaps a bit fuddy duddy style wise, but I'd definitely consider them if you can find a pair you like. I also manage to get away with a pair of all leather all black Nike Air trainers at work too, these are also as comfy as it gets and just about passable in my office where luckily no-one in my organisation ever seems super smart. Good luck.
+1 for Steptronic
Thanks, i like the look of the Leme black.
Crocs 👍🏻
Hotter, rieker, siebel, think! are also comfy (by that I mean they have good arch support which is what I need). Havn't tried anatomic but have heard good things about them
May I also suggest trying twin strike sorbothane insoles
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Good luck everybody. Have a good one.
Kids can be cruel, I don't think I'd hear the end of it.
crocs are comfy but i think extensive use can be damaging as they don't give much support
Good luck everybody. Have a good one.
Can personally recommend Clarks active air, Josef Seibel, Anatomic Gel and Steptronic. Debenhams also seem to stock a comfort brand (wide fit too) called Henley, which have a heavily cushioned in-sole.
Last edited by Gruntfuttock; 24th November 2016 at 20:21.
Well, that probably rules these out, but I can get away with anything at work when I need to do a lot of standing, so I wear these at the moment:
http://www.birkenstock.com/de/gilfor....html#start=18
They look fairly normal from that angle but from above they have that typical Birkenstock shape. Foot-shaped shoes, whatever next. They have the same insole / footbed as their sandals which I think is good for the feet and knees. I think overly cushioned shoes are not good for long periods of standing, even if they feel very comfortable when first put on.
Fear not, I wear proper shoes in public.
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