Shoes for bad knees, what about vionic - Page 2

CinNC · ‎10-05-2012

I used to wear some of the SAS sandals with thicker soles. Currently am thinking about purchasing a brand of athletic shoe called Altra. They are "zero drop" and a very wide foot area.

Foolywooly11 · ‎05-08-2016

Vionics made my bad knees worse. I wear Skechers around the house instead of slippers now, which helps, but their sizing, imo, is so inconsistent that it's hard to find a pair that works. I have a pair of Mephisto sandals that give me good support. I didn't buy them from QVC, but I think they carry them.

karenann55 · ‎11-27-2013

Another vote for New Balance. They come in a lot of colors and I get compliments all the time!

I also do exercises my physical therapist recommended.

I can walk forever!

Mmsfoxxie · ‎06-19-2010

@karenann55, although my doctor recommended New Balance, he couldn’t tell me a specific one except to say rigid bottom, wide enough toe box and good cushioned insole.

Which New Balance are you using? If you remember.

“You can’t wait until life isn’t hard anymore to be happy”. (By Nightbirde, singer of the song, It’s Ok)

Fressa · ‎03-20-2012

I have bad knees with a reconstructed leg and I can't wear any type of shoe that is a wedge or rocker or has any type of "adjustment" (Vionic falls in that category for me). I can wear a shoe that has an arch support or scultped footbed. The branks that work the best for me are Clarks, Earth, Ryka but not all style. I need a sole that is flat or a smal block heel so it doesn't throw the pitch of the leg off balance. I hope all of this helps you.

Hilery · ‎03-24-2018

I have been seeing a physical therapist for a year regarding tarsal tunnel syndrom and plantar fasciitis. She highly recommends New Balance 1080. I two pair of the 1080 and am very happy with the support, especially keeping my heel in proper alignment. I replace the factory insole with a custom insert and am comfortable. Also recommended is the NB880. I am currently looking for a sandal with closed heel for a cruise and would appreciate any recommendations.

CamilleP · ‎03-09-2010

It totally depends on your needs/problems with your feet and knees, and only a doctor can help you figure that out. For me, Vionics saved my career and kept me from having to retire early on disability. My right foot was crushed when I was 11 and I have severe arthritis in every joint in that foot. The exagerrated arch support and soft padding of the Vionic shoes keeps my right foot nice and stable, and buffers the shock of each step, and that allowed me to keep standing nine hours a day on the concrete floor of my laboratory, so I could keep working until I reached retirement age. I had worn Birkenstocks for decades, but as I aged, the cork footbed was no longer enough cushion, and I developed plantar faciitis and severe arthritis pain. Vionics relieved a lot of that pain, and I didn't have to quit early. YMMV, of course, so please see an orthopedic doctor for individual advice on your personal needs.

CalminHeart · ‎03-09-2010

I had a knee replacement and also have arthritis in my ankles. I love Ecco shoes. They fit me well and seem to have exactly the arch support I need. I work parttime in customer service at a grocery store and only wear Ecco there. I've walked as many 14,000 steps during a shift and rarely have any ankle, knee, hip or back pain. My current work shoe is Ecco Aimee Sport slip on sneaker.

I will caution you that some of the super flats don't have as much support as I need.