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Peripheral Neuropathy and footwear

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nannycake Thu 27-Jul-17 09:06:21

I can't find any references to this condition on the forums but feel certain others may have the same problem. As there isn't a support group for Neuropathy with no cause I'm hoping to reach others like myself. I'm waiting for new orthotics for my shoes and a support brace from the hospital at the moment for my left foot. One of the problems for me is finding suitable footwear. When I am walking any distance I wear sturdy walking shoes which give me the support I need. Other times I wear Clarks walking trainers as they have room for my orthotics and are quite supportive. What I can't ever find is an attractive pair of trainers/shoes that have room for my orthotics so that when I go somewhere 'smart' my footwear looks suitable. Does anyone else have the same condition and if so have they found a footwear solution?

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Saxifrage Thu 27-Jul-17 09:29:48

Yes I have peripheral neuropathy diagnosed about 10 years ago. In my case it just means my feet feel permanently numb as if they are very cold. It has never been suggested that I need orthotics but I find the warmer I can keep my feet, the more comfortable I am. I wear ankle boots for a lot of the year and have quite a big selection of different colours, some with only a low wedge heel some with a bigger heel. I even bought some tapestry ones recently (very cheap in Primark). For posh occasions I can wear more stylish shoes for a short time, the best I have found recently were some Reiker sling backs made of woven leather. I always wear bed socks! Good luck with your shoe search.

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Saxifrage Thu 27-Jul-17 09:34:42

Here are the Reiker shoes, very comfortable!

www.amazon.co.uk/Rieker-Womens-Sina-46778-62-Decorative/dp/B002V1HLEE/ref=cts_sh_1_vtp?pf_rd_m=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&pf_rd_p=1212178027&pf_rd_r=058H1VR18MJK92QF4E88&pd_rd_wg=5yttK&pf_rd_s=desktop-detail-softlines&pf_rd_t=40701&pd_rd_i=B002V1HLEE&pd_rd_w=L1F8c&pf_rd_i=desktop-detail-softlines&pd_rd_r=058H1VR18MJK92QF4E88&_encoding=UTF8&tag=gransnetforum-21

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cornergran Thu 27-Jul-17 09:36:50

I don't have neuropathy nannycake but I can attest that Reiker shoes come in all colours and shapes, are very comfortable and have room for an orthotic. I've been living in them this summer as I'm trying an appropriate orthotic for knee pain. There's an online site you could look at which also gives a list of stockists. I also love their boots. Hope you find something for the 'smart' occasions.

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cornergran Thu 27-Jul-17 09:37:58

saxifrage has more IT skill than I smile.

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Saxifrage Thu 27-Jul-17 09:52:47

Reiker Shoes

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Saxifrage Thu 27-Jul-17 09:53:45

No but learning??!

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goldengirl Thu 27-Jul-17 10:33:07

I have orthotics on both shoes and a raised shoe on one foot and just love Reiker shoes as I said on another post. One young women commented on my shoes at my local library saying they looked great!! Hopefully I'm not looking as old as I feel grin

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Elegran Thu 27-Jul-17 10:33:38

If your width fitting is between E and 8E, Widerfit Shoes are attractive and built with removable insoles to accommodate orthotics.

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annodomini Thu 27-Jul-17 10:34:14

I have wide feet and find Skechers trainer-style shoes comfortable. Mine have very light and shock-absorbing soles plus memory foam insoles. They are a sort of grey/black marl with bright pink trims; they come with alternative pink or black laces! I also have a pair of Skechers 'go walk' purple slip-on trainers which are as comfortable as my most cosy slippers, and all the better for having been bought in an on-line sale.

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