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Hi all,
I've been having increasing difficulty with my knees (pain and stiffness), as well as foot and ankle pain. I know the ultimate solution is to loose weight, but I was wondering if new shoes would help.
I've always worn a New Balance shoe that I think is listed as a "Cross Trainer." I'd like to find something with more impact cushioning - should I be looking at running shoes, walking shoes, something else?
Any thoughts appreciated.
I've been having increasing difficulty with my knees (pain and stiffness), as well as foot and ankle pain. I know the ultimate solution is to loose weight, but I was wondering if new shoes would help.
I've always worn a New Balance shoe that I think is listed as a "Cross Trainer." I'd like to find something with more impact cushioning - should I be looking at running shoes, walking shoes, something else?
Any thoughts appreciated.
They aren't necessarily great for walking shoes, but they have been a lifesaver at work. I was about to quit my job because of standing and walking all day and could not handle the pain anymore. My boss told me about her shoes (she wears them instead of nurse clogs)and I bought a pair that weekend. I've had them now for over a year and wear them to work and also to clinicals. I can work a twelve hour shift now with minimal pain. I do start to feel discomfort after about eight hours but I have no severe pain at all any more. They are a bit pricey - I think mine were about $120 but I have literally worn them five or six times a week for the past year. They did take a few days to break in. Wow, I'm getting long-winded! 
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