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Hello guys and gals. 2 months into CA-1 and my feet are killing me. I've been wearing danskos, but my feet have been killing me. I'm flat footed and was wondering if anyone has dealt with this and could give me some tips on which shoes/sneaker/clogs are good for flat feet. Thanks!
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buntatog said:
Hello guys and gals. 2 months into CA-1 and my feet are killing me. I've been wearing danskos, but my feet have been killing me. I'm flat footed and was wondering if anyone has dealt with this and could give me some tips on which shoes/sneaker/clogs are good for flat feet. Thanks!
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I don't understand those clogs. I'd rather take my chances and go barefoot.
I have perfectly normal feet, but I bought custom made insoles. They were about $250 and took a few weeks to come in. I use them in place of the insoles in some good quality running shoes. Night and day man.👍 They last for years as well. They're a great investment in your feet.
My dogs are never barking now!!!
Just suck it up and do it. You will thank me after your first cardiac month!:laugh:
 
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IlDestriero said:
I have perfectly normal feet, but I bought custom made insoles. They were about $250 and took a few weeks to come in. I use them in place of the insoles in some good quality running shoes. N!:laugh:
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I am flat-footed and also use custom insoles. They work wonders, my only flat-foot complaint is the shin splints I get while running.
 
buntatog said:
Hello guys and gals. 2 months into CA-1 and my feet are killing me. I've been wearing danskos, but my feet have been killing me. I'm flat footed and was wondering if anyone has dealt with this and could give me some tips on which shoes/sneaker/clogs are good for flat feet. Thanks!
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Crocs.
 
jennyboo said:
Crocs.
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I don't understand people's fascination with crocs. Please explain to me. I looked at them briefly, but quickly rejected them because they have holes up top. Why would you wear such shoes unless you are willing to carry around a spare pair or two of socks.

I don't know what sort of feet I have. Between some insoles and thick socks, it's doable.
 
IlDestriero said:
I don't understand those clogs. I'd rather take my chances and go barefoot.
I have perfectly normal feet, but I bought custom made insoles. They were about $250 and took a few weeks to come in. I use them in place of the insoles in some good quality running shoes. Night and day man.👍 They last for years as well. They're a great investment in your feet.
My dogs are never barking now!!!
Just suck it up and do it. You will thank me after your first cardiac month!:laugh:
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IlD, where did you get your custom insoles from?

If you don't remember, I guess I can try putting the term into a search engine.
 
I use an old pair of sneakers w/insoles. This was my first time trying orthotics so I wanted to go with something cheaper and to see if this was something I liked before dropping $250 on something more permanent. You can get a pair for ~$40 from newbalance or another sneaker store. Def worth the $$
 
rsgillmd said:
I don't understand people's fascination with crocs. Please explain to me. I looked at them briefly, but quickly rejected them because they have holes up top. Why would you wear such shoes unless you are willing to carry around a spare pair or two of socks.

I don't know what sort of feet I have. Between some insoles and thick socks, it's doable.
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Not all Crocs have holes on top. I have a pair of Crocs which do not have holes on top.
 
Seriously, $250 for custom orthotics? For the OR? Seems a bit like overkill. Go to a specialty running store - every city has them - and get properly fit for a pair of shoes. I run 60+ miles a week, have a flat foot and don't get custom made orthotics for the OR. Keens are definitely comfortable though. I think Crocs made a huge marketing mistake in giving a lifetime guarantee for their products -- repeat business anyone? Stupid. I digress. Specialty running store, make it happen. 😀
 
ZachNear said:
Seriously, $250 for custom orthotics? For the OR? Seems a bit like overkill. Go to a specialty running store - every city has them - and get properly fit for a pair of shoes. I run 60+ miles a week, have a flat foot and don't get custom made orthotics for the OR. Keens are definitely comfortable though. I think Crocs made a huge marketing mistake in giving a lifetime guarantee for their products -- repeat business anyone? Stupid. I digress. Specialty running store, make it happen. 😀
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I got them at a specialty shoe store locally. They use some fancy device to computer model your foot, send it off, and a few weeks later you're in business.
Considering a good pair of running shoes are $75+ and last a year? Custom orthotics are a bargain at $250. When you're on your feet all day, every day, you may change your mind. I think that they were absolutely worth the $$. I only use mine in the OR. Regular insoles are fine for my running shoes. As $250 is less than one thousandth of low end MD income, it's not exactly breaking the bank to get an orthotic every few years. I've had more expensive bottles of wine.:laugh:
 
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Yo IlDiestro.. as an avid runner, all I can say is whatever works for you and keeps you injury free is worth any amount of $$. I'd gladly pay to ensure I don't have to take time off from running everyday. I was just trying to throw out the idea of a running specialty store to others out there that are wondering where to get a good-fitting pair of shoes.
P.S. I wish a pair of running shoes lasted a year... Maybe if you run 7 miles a week.:laugh:
 
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Another vote for Crocs. If you have a marshalls/ burlington coat factory near you , they normally sell new balances/ ASIC for $30-40.

How do people wear danskos?
They have no cushioning and hurt my feet when tanding in only one spot for long period of time. I've only worn them a few times.
a few tim
 
I wear crocs, but I got the ones listed under Medical on their website. The one I have has extra support for people with plantar fasciitis, but since I don't have that, it's just extra nice for me. I'm doing my required ER month now with 19 twelve-hour shifts in a level 1 trauma center. I barely sit down, but at the end of the day, my feet don't hurt.
 
I wore danskos for 8 years and think they contributed to my current ankle problems and weird callus on the balls of my feet. They're angled so that you're walking on the balls of your feet and don't offer any sideways ankle support - I've on multiple occasions mis-stepped and bent the ankle sideways. I miss the relative crush-proof protection and waterproof properties, but I think they really messed up my feet/ankles/legs. Since I swicthed to plain running shoes I don't have the nightly leg pain. I might invest in some of those orthotics though- sound like a great idea.
 
rsgillmd said:
I don't understand people's fascination with crocs. Please explain to me. I looked at them briefly, but quickly rejected them because they have holes up top. Why would you wear such shoes unless you are willing to carry around a spare pair or two of socks.
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You can get them without holes. For whatever reason they made my end-of-day foot and knee pain disappear. I switched from Danskos, have been wearing the same Crocs for two years and haven't had any knee/foot pain since.
 
singh02 said:
Another vote for Crocs. If you have a marshalls/ burlington coat factory near you , they normally sell new balances/ ASIC for $30-40.

How do people wear danskos?
They have no cushioning and hurt my feet when tanding in only one spot for long period of time. I've only worn them a few times.
a few tim
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I can't understand how people wear crocs - they are plastic and your feet start to sweat immediately and in order to avoid stink you'd have to wash them every night 😀

On the other hand danskos are just perfect. But the idea of the orthotics is appealing as well
 
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singh02 said:
Another vote for Crocs. If you have a marshalls/ burlington coat factory near you , they normally sell new balances/ ASIC for $30-40.

How do people wear danskos?
They have no cushioning and hurt my feet when tanding in only one spot for long period of time. I've only worn them a few times.
a few tim
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danskos ... you either love them or hate them. Actually, a company called Sanitas used to manufactor Dansko. Part of what made Danskos unique was the patented sole. When Sanitas and Dansko split a few years ago, Sanitas took the patent with them. I have heard from others that Danskos aren't as good now because the soles are different. The shoes look EXACTLY the same, though. It's sad I know this much about it. Anyway, I have 3 pairs of Sanitas clogs and although they are unattractive I can be on my feet for 12 hours no problem. I also like that they are really durable. Definite cons are sizing and break-in time. it can be hard to figure out your size, especially if you have to order online. It took awhile to break mine in, but that's typical with a lot of leather shoes.
 
buntatog said:
Hello guys and gals. 2 months into CA-1 and my feet are killing me. I've been wearing danskos, but my feet have been killing me. I'm flat footed and was wondering if anyone has dealt with this and could give me some tips on which shoes/sneaker/clogs are good for flat feet. Thanks!
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Try the "Boston" style of Birkenstocks.

http://www.amazon.com/Birkenstock-B...dp_top_cm_cr_acr_txt?ie=UTF8&showViewpoints=1

Note: they come in many colors, finishes, and widths. Choose your width carefully.

I bought my first pair in 1992 and they're still going strong. They are worth their weight in gold. I have re-soled them and re-sealed the corkbed three times over the past 18 years. That only costs $40.
 
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Danskos are great for standing for long periods of time, but not much else. They're hard to walk in, especially down stairs. My ankles invert all the time with them. Danskos are overrated IMO.

I also have flat feet and have found my Crocs, Clarks, and Birkenstocks to be far more comfortable than Danskos. My favorite Crocs are now discontinued, but they looked something like these:
http://www.crocs.com/crocs-wrapped-mary-jane/10888,default,pd.html?cid=51Y&cgid=women-footwear
 
I know Im a little late to the dance, but ive been dealing with flat feet my entire life and couldn't last a day in the hospital without my insoles/orthotics. Mine are custom made by a local podiatrist and although costly, are well worth it for someone with flat feet.

OP, if there are any college or pro sports teams in your area, try to find out who treats them and make an appointment. Thats who I found my guy, and it has definitely been worth it!

Good luck
 
So after years of dealing with my flat feet, using OTC orthotics, I finally went to a good podiatrist to get fitted for custom orthotics. X-rays were done, which showed severe flat feet on both my feet with degenerative changes on my left foot. 3 weeks later, I get a letter in the mail from my health insurance company denying my claim for no proof of at least 3 months medical treatment for the diagnosis of plantar fasciitis/heel pain syndrome. I mean the imaging says it all, i have flat feet and medical management won't cut it. I've been working in the OR rigorously since July, so now the pain is really hitting me. It's really sad that a resident who works crazy hours for patients in need can't even get the due treatment to continue working without pain. It just doesn't make any sense, and I have really lost faith in this health care system. I can appeal, but I foresee this as a long and arduous process. Any advice? Thanks!
 
PianoGirl04 said:
Danskos are great for standing for long periods of time, but not much else. They're hard to walk in, especially down stairs. My ankles invert all the time with them. Danskos are overrated IMO.

I also have flat feet and have found my Crocs, Clarks, and Birkenstocks to be far more comfortable than Danskos.
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Danskos are definitely overrated. If you do any kind of walking, it's actually more tiring for your feet with them on.

I think they're better for people with back or posture problems.
 
I don't get the Danskos either. Men look like d bags with them. A friend of mine wore them for residency all the time and developed back pain when wearing other shoes. I'm sure it's the same that happens to women who wear heels only. Their tendon/muscles shrink.

Any slick leather shoe where it's easy to wipe the blood off will do for me.
 
I wear MBT's best shoes I have ever bought for the wards and the OR. I have bought two pairs in the last 8 years and thats all I wear at work.
 
Im gonna be honest here, its late and i didnt take the time to read through all the posts. With that said, i saw the title of the thread, and being a flat footer myself, felt the need to post. Growing up i struggled with back/knee/hip issues related to my flat feet and can easily see how this can an issue in the OR. I would recommend investing in custom insoles (orthotics). The price tag might seem to be a bit steep initially, but its definitely worth the price for a good fit. Ive been going to a local podiatrist who works the local colleges and sport teams for a couple years now, and have to say I cant image going a day without them.
 
From someone who has tried a lot of different shoes/devices.

I have horrible flat feet/plantar fascitis.

One shoe does the trick, tried and true.

BROOKS BEAST!!!!! They are ugly and unsightly but they work. I have three pair in rotation at all times for the OR, Gym, and casual. They are only about 120 or so.

Please do yourself a favor and try these great shoes!
 
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