Anonymous wrote:I'll be the Debbie Downer here - flip flops are terrible for you. My PT admits she wears them too, but they are really bad for your feet.

The flip flops noted in this thread are not the flip flops your PT is referencing. They are the exact opposite. Weird comment from the PT.

Common complaints
https://www.idiva.com/health-wellness/diet-detox/why-flip-flops-are-bad-for-your-feet/16052345

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Anonymous wrote:I'll be the Debbie Downer here - flip flops are terrible for you. My PT admits she wears them too, but they are really bad for your feet.

My doctor said to have flip flops with good support by my bed so my arch doesn't get pulled when I wake up.

Walking miles in flip flops bad, using them for short periods of time or when you are not walking a lot is fine, if it has good support.

Birkenstocks DO NOT HAVE GOOD SUPPORT.

And some, including some podiatrists would vehemently disagree with you. Perhaps the key is to chose shoes that support your particular feet well. For some of us, such shoes will include at least some Birkenstocks.

A few links to balance out your CAPS:

https://www.health.com/best-sandals-with-arch-support-6743231

https://whattheshoes.com/do-birkenstock-slippers-have-arch-support/


https://wearablyweird.com/do-birkenstocks-have-arch-support-design-analysis/

Vionic Tide II flip flops.

https://www.vionicshoes.com/tide-ii-toe-post-sandal.html

By wearing these Vionic flip flops and Hoka Bondi sneakers I’ve been able to overcome my debilitating heel pain.

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Anonymous wrote:I'll be the Debbie Downer here - flip flops are terrible for you. My PT admits she wears them too, but they are really bad for your feet.

My doctor said to have flip flops with good support by my bed so my arch doesn't get pulled when I wake up.

Walking miles in flip flops bad, using them for short periods of time or when you are not walking a lot is fine, if it has good support.

Birkenstocks DO NOT HAVE GOOD SUPPORT.

They are sandals and as sandals go, they do have excellent support, as judged by my VERY problematic feet. Perhaps they don’t fit everyone correctly.

Anonymous wrote:I'll be the Debbie Downer here - flip flops are terrible for you. My PT admits she wears them too, but they are really bad for your feet.

My doctor said to have flip flops with good support by my bed so my arch doesn't get pulled when I wake up.

Walking miles in flip flops bad, using them for short periods of time or when you are not walking a lot is fine, if it has good support.

Birkenstocks DO NOT HAVE GOOD SUPPORT.

Go to a VA Runner type store where you can try some on. Oofos were amazing for me, but everyone is different.

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Anonymous wrote:Birkenstocks (traditional or foam bed)

I have very very high arches and problematic feet (former dancer) and plantar fasciitis in my right foot, and the Gizeh Birks work well for me.

Aetrex is also amazing but generally I find them ugly. The Maui and Fiji flip flops seem fine:

https://www.aetrex.com/

https://www.aetrex.com/womens-fiji-flips-black-L7000W.html

I think I may be you! I literally had to check to ensure I didn't write the first sentence.
Thanks for the Aetrex heads up. Never heard of them.
What other shoes work for you?

Ha, that’s funny!

Vionic have been good as well. I wear a lot of running shoes which can also be problematic (so far, Reebok have been the best). In the winter, I use orthotic inserts.

This year, I decided to look for a pair of heels with arch support and will be trying on a pair of E’MAR shoes. Will report back. Sarah Flint also allegedly makes good ones.

I’ve tried oofos and they made my plantar fasciitis much worse. Many other brands do too (keens, chacos, clarks, etc.).

What about you?

Anonymous wrote:I'll be the Debbie Downer here - flip flops are terrible for you. My PT admits she wears them too, but they are really bad for your feet.

All flip flops? Even, say, Birkenstocks?

I'll be the Debbie Downer here - flip flops are terrible for you. My PT admits she wears them too, but they are really bad for your feet.

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Anonymous wrote:Vionics

+1

+2

Love these. I have high arches and have had foot surgery, if that helps.

Hoka Ora Recovery Slide

Another vote for Archies! I love mine - 4 years old and still going strong!

+3 for OluKai

Anonymous wrote:OOfos
https://www.oofos.com/collections/womens-sandals/products/oolala-womens

Yes, my son has very flat feet and his doctor said these are the only brand to go with.

Anonymous wrote:Vionics

+1