My mother has diabetes and walking barefoot on the sand invites too much risk but she'd need some traction on the heels-do these provide that?
137034
My son wore them to play sand soccer in them. They worked great. Then he went into the ocean wearing them.
137035
Yes. The neoprene heel, sole, and toe provide the traction of a standard-issue beach flipflop or better. Because the footwear is sock-like, it will shape to the contour of the wearer's feet and give better traction than just a hard-soled, plank-like flipflop. I wore these to play beach ultimate frisbee and they worked out very, very well. They kept my feet protected from hot sand, and lacerations from shells and other debris.
137036
I think these would definitely provide the traction your mother is looking for and are probably easier to walk in than standard flip flops or similar beach footwear. My daughter played five games in the sand with these and said they gave her great traction. Didn't have any punctures from debris on the beach either which I'm sure is the most important thing for your mother.
137037
There really isn't any traction on these. They are more like socks with a very thin rubbery bottom allowing you to grip the sand as you're playing volleyball. I do really love these, unfortunately I don't think that they would give your mom what she needs.
137038
If the Sand Sock by itself doesn't provide enough traction, you might consider having your mother wear the Sand Socks under a pair of sandals. She will get the protection from the sand as well as have a great platform for traction. I find that with cotton socks some if the sand still gets through the cotton and can cause chaffing issues. I wear my Sand Socks under my sandals without any issues at all. I initially purchased them to wear inside my dive boots but soon found they were great for much more than that.
1087017
I walk on it barefoot sometimes, but (along the lines of what Angela said) this is not a treadmill I would recommend using at higher walking/jogging speeds. I would ask the manufacturer about the actual specs of their cushioning system (if there is one) if you need details. In my experience, though... it is exactly as comfortable to walk on this treadmill as any of the expensive Precors at the local gym. A nice pair of shoes should suffice.
274285
The Adjust-A-Lift Heel was fine for my problem, and may be for Lyn's, but first I would visit a foot doctor. A professional will be able to give good advice and may recommend different types of shoes.
712990
I always go barefoot, I'm sure shoes would be ok. Good scale, will buy another if this on fails
1373949
I would say no..only 20&12Separate point. can you identify shoe depths that will accommodate thick inserts for diabetics with foot nerropathy?.
909929
Probably not. I bought them for my daughter and they did not stay on her feet very long. Unfortunately, I cannot suggest you buy them for that reason.
762989
If your mom is light to normal weight, it has good surface texture for traction. The bolts (screws) are supporting the weight at the high end and leaned some with a wheelchair coming down or going up. It is well made. I would have liked more bracing, sorry haven't checked it wet, but I think the surface texture would grip shoes.
75812
Yes, I do and I'm one if my feet aren't comfortable I will not wear heels, but these actually worked for me. Had no problem staying in my heels without pain or feet slipping. I would recommend these for you. Hope that helps you decide.
1747640
Yes. That said I prefer shoes. I rarely go outside barefoot so my comfort zone is with shoes. The pedals are relatively large, more comfortable that typical bike pedals.
452611
No . I purchased these for my mom, so she could walk more comfortably. But it was a waste of money. They didn't help her out at all. So I highly doubt they'd be comforting for a runner.
271889
I haven't worn mine for a while, but when I was wearing it, I always wore sandals (flip-flops, or what we called zories when I was growing up). I don't think you would be able to wear a conventional shoe while wearing this splint.
52213
If you remain aware of your surroundings, then yes! On smooth surfaces without snow or ice your feet could become unstable. They are so easily removed & reinstalled it really shouldn't be necessary to keep them on, although I have worn them numerous times in grocery stores, etc. without difficulty.
843033
I used the silipos. It helps but barely. It mostly helps with the level of discomfort of certain shoes.
1998652
You cannot walk with them on. They are small so you can take them with you somewhere but they slide in between your toes to stretch them so you would not be able to wear shoes over them.
67284
Absolutely! You won't feel anything. Running or any activity shouldn't be a problem. They will just all the sudden start to peel. It isn't the prettiest process, so be prepared to not wear sandals for a few days.
109187
Yes! My kids wore them at the beach to protect their feet from the hot sand. We've also used them in the pool to protect feet from rough cement.
990854
yes it would be comfortable to walk on barefoot. a baby could crawl on it however it is a little rough and is a hard surface, i would not allow my grand babay to crawl on it