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As a nurse, heading to work equipped with the right footwear is essential. First and foremost, your shoes must fit correctly; not too tight, nor too loose. Excessive space and your foot may slip, while too little wiggle room can result in rubbing and blisters. Good shock absorption and support is also important

Due to the location and size of the average bunion, fitting shoes correctly can be a little tricky – however it is very important to find the right shoes, as ill-fitting footwear is thought to perhaps even contribute to the formation of bunions in the first place.

As a diabetic, the type of footwear chosen on a day-to-day basis is important. Why? Because one of the long-term complications of diabetes is ulceration of the foot – which is not only painful, but if left untreated can ultimately lead to amputation as a worse case scenario.

Forbes Footwear offers a range of slippers that will help to ensure you have the support you need at home. We have a number of options suited to those suffering from the pain associated with plantar fasciitis, including slippers with an inbuilt arch support or slippers that can take orthotics.

Supportive shoes, and in some cases orthotics, are a critical part of treatment. The best types of shoes are those with arch support or are “orthotic friendly”, meaning you can insert our own custom made orthotics. This under arch support can help reduce pain felt while standing and walking.