Dansko shoes for my fussy feet

Anonymous

I just heard back from my doctor about Dansko shoes. She said they're a good choice; that she has several pairs and loves them.

10 years ago

Dressing

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Thistle

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I loved them when I was pregnant. I can't keep the clogs on my no longer swollen feet. Sad about the shoes, but not the feet.

10 years ago

Anonymous

I don't know if I'd like the clogs or not. I already had some ankle boots (love 'em!) and now that I have occasional toe pain (and sometimes pain shooting up through my foot from the bottom--not funny!) I ordered some sandals:

Joanie: https://images.dansko.com//pro.....067800.jpg

and

Makenna: https://images.dansko.com//pro.....457800.jpg

Both of these shoes are American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) accepted, as are the boots I already owned.

https://www.dansko.com/About%2.....ifications

https://images.dansko.com//pro.....457800.jpg

10 years ago

shedev

Veteran

I really like the Joanie sandals as a summer shoe.

10 years ago

Peri

Veteran

The hardness of Dansko really doesn't work for me. One of my many issues is seisemoiditis (I'm sure I've got that spelling wrong but I'm too lazy to look it up) and loss of fat pads. I need more cushioning than Danskos provide.

Shoe issues are hyper complicated...no one size fits all. I'm glad you have found something that works for you.

10 years ago

Anonymous

I don't know what Dansko did with the Joanie sandal, but it feels softer than the Dansko sandals I got rid of last summer (my physical therapist didn't like them) even with the wooden bottom.

When my toes hurt, I walk differently because I can't stand to bend them. That's where these Dansko shoes should help.

From what I can tell, some but not all Dansko shoes have the APMA seal of acceptance. I assume it has to do with the construction of the sole and footbed. At any rate, I found what I like and then made sure they were APMA accepted. Thankfully, my favorite Dansko boots are okay; no need to get rid of those. I had to do some research to be sure.

10 years ago

Staysfit

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What does the APMA seal of acceptance mean when you are evaluating shoes? What do podiatrists look for in a pair of shoes that make them acceptable?

10 years ago

msgulia

Active Member

My doctor advises me to use them too and super feet inserts. It worked for me. Oh I found dansko pumps not clogs because they fit better for my wide feet and I get complements on them all the time. I don't think anyone could guess they are danskos.

10 years ago

rachylou

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I hate real Danskos. Hard. Cut across my toes...

10 years ago

Anonymous

To answer your question, Staysfit:

From the APMA website:

A detailed scientific evaluation is conducted by each committee member on every product. The specific evaluation process is different for each product category. The overall scientific evaluation on each footwear product includes the following: adequate toe-box dimensions; lining material texture; seam friction; durability; flexibility; slip resistance; thickness; and shock absorption of outsole; durability; shock absorption; cushioning and removeability of insole materials; breathability and durability of upper; type of shank and total ground contact; heel counter support; heel height and stability; comfort; size range; and weight of shoe.

For more information (also from the APMA websote: http://www.apma.org/Learn/cont.....umber=1108

10 years ago

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