Top Favorites for Nurses Shoes

Monday, January 18th, 2010 at 12:14 pm

Nurses are famous for working 12 to 16 hour shifts, which is a very long time to be on your feet. This is why nursing shoes should have a proper fit to avoid foot, leg and back Problems. Closed toe dansko mens shoes are recommended to avoid random cuts and exposure to dangerous materials, and the toes should be able to move freely in the toe box. A deep heel cup inspires the correct muscle and tendon alignment of the leg, and it helps distribute the body’s weight over a larger surface area to boost foot comfort. Thick rubber soles provide good cushioning and shock absorption, and they are easy to wash.

There are certain needs for medical shoes from the Occupational health and security Administration ( OSHA ) which is the Fed agency responsible for implementing safety regulations in the workplace. OSHA doesnot approve work shoes per se, but the Yankee state Standards Institute ( ANSI ) tests the shoes which should meet or surpass the standards. A label such as ASTM F2413 might be found on approved footwear. To further guarantee quality shoes for medical pros, check for the prestigious Seal of acceptance from the American Podiatric Medical association (APMA ).

Here are 6 top picks from medical execs with comments by people who actually wear the shoes :

Dansko nursing shoes are favored by many nurses. One twenty-five year vet swears by the nursing clogs saying that it was the first time in her career she had no leg discomfort after a long shift. Dansko is famous for its state of the art comfort footwear, and the pro nursing shoes are APMA approved. Available online: dansko nursing clogs

Birkenstock shoes were suggested to one nurse who was assessed with inflamed heel spurs. Since wearing the shoes, she’s had no difficulty with her feet. Many nurses say they are the most cosy shoes they have ever worn.

Crocs are worn by many health care professionals for all day foot comfort. Crocs are good for those going through heel discomfort and bunions.

Nurse buddy shoes are exceedingly comfortable and supply great arch support. They are light weight, and surpass ASTM slip-resistant qualifications.

Reebok Classic is another favorite among nurses. They can be worn as part of atraditional nursing uniform or with scrubs. One nurse reports that they are the best shoes she has ever worn in over ten years of nursing.

Nike Shox nursing shoes are exceedingly comfortable to wear for 16 hour days at the nursing home, according to one certificated nursing helper. An RN who works 12 hour shifts asserts her feet don’t hurt as they did with traditional medical shoes.

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