Good Shoes Are A Neuropathy Patient's Best Friend

Today's post from neuropathydr.com (see link below) talks once again about the importance of good shoes for neuropathy patients. We've said it before and we'll say it again, your feet have to carry you through life and if the nerves in the feet are damaged, it's vitally important that you find the best footwear you can afford to help them do just that. This article reinforces the message. These days, supportive footwear doesn't necessarily mean ugly and unfashionable - you need to look around and find what suits you best but you still always get what you pay for - buying the best you can afford will pay off in the long run.

The Importance of Great Shoes in Neuropathy Treatment Posted by john on September 24, 2012
 
The shape of your feet changes with age, swelling, as well as peripheral neuropathy.

Are your shoes supporting your feet properly?

One of the issues we see very frequently in the neuropathy patient is fitting shoes comfortably.

It is very easy to take for granted the role that proper footwear has on your level of comfort. That is of course unless you suffer from peripheral neuropathy.

There are all a whole host of other conditions that occur with neuropathy that can slow down or complicate recovery. This includes common things such as flatfoot or having conditions like plantar fasciitis.

There are however some very simple things you can do. Number one, visit a traditional foot and shoe store and have your feet properly measured.

The reason for this is the shape of your feet changes with age, swelling, as well as peripheral neuropathy. Muscle changes, which accompany neuropathy, are responsible for this.

The neuropathy patient should take advantage of the expertise of their clinician too. Ask questions about the most appropriate footwear for you. Learn some basics about proper shoe construction such as the shape of the last and the strength of the heel counter.

Sometimes, “diabetic” shoes better holds inserts, which your clinician may prescribe. These may also allow for better circulation and less neuropathy pain.

We find that many neuropathy patients have excellent relief by wearing running shoes most of the time. The reason for this is the combination of shock absorption and breathability is helpful for many patients suffering from peripheral neuropathy.

This is one area where consulting the properly trained neuropathy treatment specialist can be of huge benefit!

Do not ignore your shoes!

These are in fact the foundation of your daily recovery homecare programs and are very important in getting you active again, back on your feet!

You will also find our recent radio show on http://beatingneuropathy.com and the associated videos on http://YouTube.Com/NeuropathyDoctor very helpful.

Recover faster from your neuropathy treatment by wearing the very best shoes you can find!

http://neuropathydr.com/the-importance-of-great-shoes-in-neuropathy-treatment/