It seems like I need really soft, cushy heel protection. Which shoes and socks are best?
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Don't know, but shoe companies and Amazon reviewers will often note which shoes provide most cushioning. Thick sox can help but shoes more important. Pay attention to your gait. Learn to run like an Indian. You can chose to glide or stomp ahead.
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To answer for the socks these socks don't seem to be padded but since I've purchased these socks. I only wear them now and my heels have not hurt once I also had trouble with my heels cracking then would hurt for weeks. I haven't had them crack anymore since these socks as well. The shoes I personal like the HOKA ONE ONE brand they have heel padding up to 35mm normal shoes usally are only around 19mm. They are expensive but well worth it. They do cost $150 to $180 a pair. If looking for cheaper pair to try my girlfriend swears by SKECHERS GO WALK brands I have had few pairs of them as well. They will run you $55 to $70 depending on which ones you get hope this helps. To answer for the socks these socks don't seem to be padded but since I've purchased these socks. I only wear them now and my heels have not hurt once I also had trouble with my heels cracking then would hurt for weeks. I haven't had them crack anymore since these socks as well. The shoes I personal like the HOKA ONE ONE brand they have heel padding up to 35mm normal shoes usally are only around 19mm. They are expensive but well worth it. They do cost $150 to $180 a pair. If looking for cheaper pair to try my girlfriend swears by SKECHERS GO WALK brands I have had few pairs of them as well.... » Read More To answer for the socks these socks don't seem to be padded but since I've purchased these socks. I only wear them now and my heels have not hurt once I also had trouble with my heels cracking then would hurt for weeks. I haven't had them crack anymore since these socks as well. The shoes I personal like the HOKA ONE ONE brand they have heel padding up to 35mm normal shoes usally are only around 19mm. They are expensive but well worth it. They do cost $150 to $180 a pair. If looking for cheaper pair to try my girlfriend swears by SKECHERS GO WALK brands I have had few pairs of them as well. They will run you $55 to $70 depending on which ones you get hope this helps. « Show Less
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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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No, for that you might want to try light weight Smartwool socks. These are for hot weather, they are very thin.
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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.
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You might want to look for a pair with no toes or heels, they do make them, otherwise, the heels and toes are very well reinforced, the toes are actually to big for me but I just tuck them under and it's quite comfy.. You can always call them, they are as I have said before, extremely helpful, and while thicker than your normal panty hose or knee highs, your legs WILL fee wonderful.
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Look on Amazon for Tuli's heavy duty heel cups-regular. There are comments of the severs disease.
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I used the coarse on mine. A foot cream or lotion of some type really helps the softening process. Good luck!!
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No heels, no sandals. Only regular close toed shoes. Should work with your regular size shoes too.
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They are hard plastic. I do think shoes /sneakers would be best. They also have ridges which may not be too comfortable for bare feet.
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I think the XS would be fine for you. They fit snugly to go under your fins, and I wear a 7 1/2 US and ordered a S and they were fine for me. You don't want any wrinkles in your socks or else you are going to have blisters on your feet!
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We used them barefoot, though socks would have probably been even more comfortable. We both got medium /large ant the fit was perfect. I'm a 10.5 and she is 8. I would say go small... enjoy :)
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We used ours on carpet and it was very soft and squishy; I don't think heels would go through it, but it was hard to walk on. On grass, I would definitely use plywood or some other hard surface, and tack it down REALLY well.
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Look for minimalist shoes. I can fit them in my Lems. Try also Altra zero drop shoes.
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Dicey. I use them to keep my feet warm while kayaking in cold weather. The bottom is a soft diamond pattern of the same material as the sock. I noticed the other day that the diamond pattern around the ball of my foot (where it pushes on the foot brace) was starting to wear. I've since attached moleskin to the foot brace so I'm not pushing against the hard plastic. Sand is pretty abrasive. I believe neoprene boots have a hard sole; those might work better on sand. Hope you find something that works for you.
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I would get a SM/MD. My shoe size is 8 and that is the size I went with and it worked for me. I am 5'5" and the socks came up just below my knee.
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the real issue is the circumference of your calf. mine is 18" and i need a large. i wear a size 10 shoe and the foot of the sock is more than big enough.the chart on the box says up to 14" calf-small 15 &16" calf medium, 17&18" large, &gt;18 XL i would recomend you get the firm as they will of course get weaker as you wear them. they last me about 2 months. best regards
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Beverly, a medium Injini sock covers sizes 8-10.5. Go with a large so the sock is not stretched thin. Save stress on the threads. I promise comfort either way.