I would like to purchase this mat to use at my standing desk at work, it is okay to wear heels on the mat? I have a gelpro at home in my kitchen and it suggests not wearing heels on it.
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The mat is firm and the material is fairly sturdy. It should hold up for heels but it does have give to it which might cause your shoe to sink in and trip you up if you aren't careful when moving. It does show the outline of my bare feet after I've been standing on it for awhile. Tips from heels would sink in further. Didn't notice if there was a warning label on the mat re heels. Maybe an email to the manufacturer? Good luck!
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In my opinion, heels should not be worn anywhere, especially if you are standing all day. I suspect they would cut into this mat.
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It does help to protect your feet from sores, but if you have heel pain besides a doctor's prescription, i would recommend the SKIL CARE FLOAT HEEL PROTECTOR from Prime Discount in Amazon, i got both "booties" both are good, but because my mother developed sores in the big toe and heel, she is diabetic and bedridden, it was better to keep the heel free of pressure and avoid pain. The DMI comforting heel is very good to protect your feet from sores,but if those sores are spreading and causing too much pain in your heel i would suggest the float heel protector.My mother has both protectors (different one in each foot) and there is a lot of improvement.
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This mat is not what I'd call "cushy." It is stiff black plastic/rubber, ridged on top -- think of an outside doormat. I would not recommend "just socks" because your feet would likely get too hot. I use mine in a workshop that has an unheated, uninsulated plywood floor, and I wear shoes -- usually workboots -- out there. The mat is perfect for that sort of application.
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The color is the same as the top. The entire mat is literally just one piece of rubber with the gel in the middle. I have been using them for a month now and have not had any issue with color rubbing off on flooring. By the way they are made I don't think it would be a problem. There is really nothing that could rub off onto anything.
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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.
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Hello, Rachel: I don't think I'd recommend this product to be used for protection under an office chair. I see 2 problems arising here. First of all, if you're only using 4 feet of mat (or so), you'll probably at some point roll off of the mat. It has a half inch lip, so it won't be easy to roll back onto the mat. Secondly, the legs/rollers of an office chair will leave divets or permanent indentations in the mat. I have a wood floor in my home office and I use a clear plastic chair mat, which works perfectly. You can get those in any Staples or office supply store for a very reasonable price. Good luck. Hello, Rachel: I don't think I'd recommend this product to be used for protection under an office chair. I see 2 problems arising here. First of all, if you're only using 4 feet of mat (or so), you'll probably at some point roll off of the mat. It has a half inch lip, so it won't be easy to roll back onto the mat. Secondly, the legs/rollers of an office chair will leave divets or permanent indentations in the mat. I have a wood floor in my home office and I use a clear plastic chair mat, which works perfectly. You can get those in any Staples or office supply store for a very reasonable... » Read More Hello, Rachel: I don't think I'd recommend this product to be used for protection under an office chair. I see 2 problems arising here. First of all, if you're only using 4 feet of mat (or so), you'll probably at some point roll off of the mat. It has a half inch lip, so it won't be easy to roll back onto the mat. Secondly, the legs/rollers of an office chair will leave divets or permanent indentations in the mat. I have a wood floor in my home office and I use a clear plastic chair mat, which works perfectly. You can get those in any Staples or office supply store for a very reasonable price. Good luck. « Show Less
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It might be a stretch. I'm 5'10", sometimes I wear heels, but this puts me right at 6" and I find my positioning, especially wrist and keyboard, aren't as comfortable as standing flat foot. You could always stack it on another platform on your desk, but at that point you might just want to build yourself a custom one. That aside, I've been standing since the start of the year and I love it!
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I drove with dress shoes couple of times. Did not have any problems with it and I often drive with flip flops and sandals.I would say as long as the mat is not wet it should not make it slippery. Hope this help.Leon.
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I have found it very helpful with some shoes, but not all. Heel height doesn't matter, it's mostly the cut and width of the shoe. It is definitely an item to have and it does make wearing some shoes easier.
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I am buying these for my brother, who is a quite overweight and has diabetic foot problems. I believe it does protect his heels quite a bit. However as far as how far up the heel it goes, I would not know without looking at one as he stands on it on the bare floor. All I know is that he says it really helps out- really makes his feet feel better.
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Yes. It works great regardless if you wear shoes or not. I do both (even at the office!)
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The gel part actually touches your skin so I put on my sock first and then the metatarsal pad. For me If I put it on before my socks, it slid around too much. I got another kind from my podiatrist and the gel is covered with material so I put that kind under my sock.
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I've never tried it personally but I don't see why not. On their website they showed someone standing on the mat with socks on so you should probably use it like that.
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Yes, as an employee I have these mats at home and have used these for the Insanity workout. I used two sets of these mats and on hardwood. They have not moved or given me any issues while providing me conform. Just sneakers alone is not enough cushion. If you use these on carpets, you may have problems.
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The mat is made of a solid hard rubber,not like a chef's mat that is thick and filled with gel.Although I haven't walked on it in heals or pumps I don't believe you would penetrate it.
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I would believe you could use this, BUT I would definetily not straight on a desk.I would put a mat under it. You may put too much pressure and I would NOT want to damage the desk. Good Luck, Joannie :)
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Of course you can use it for heels! But you will have to make sure the contact is light and short. This item came with 2 bags of disks (each bag has 6 disks, 12 total) and there's an order form in the box that you can order from.