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4.5
About a year and a half ago my mom had an injury happen to her right foot. The doctors, unfortunately, made it worse, so now we transport her in a wheelchair while she has brisk walks throughout the day and uses a stationary bike at home to get exercise. Finding comfortable shoes for her to wear is sometimes a challenge.I found these and decided to give them a try, and let me just say we love them. Not only are they really comfortable for her but they are also sturdy for her walks. Being velcro and the fact that they open up from the top and the back of the shoe makes them really easy to put on.My only complaint about this product would be a wish that it came in 1 or 2 sizes larger than it does. I bought it knowing that it would be a little small - and it was; however, it was also pretty comfortable and helpful that I could pretty much build it to fit my foot. I was able to tighten it down myself (it took a little practice) and it did help the swelling in my foot as I was wearing it. The real test, though, was whether I would wear it a second time. At the same time I bought this product I also bought another "normal" shoe...the true test was that when I was going out to an event, I chose to wear the edema slippers. They look and act enough like a normal shoe and are much more comfortable and helpful for my feet. Would I buy this product again? Would I recommend it to friends with similar problems? My answer is YES!...to both questions.I finally found a "shoe" that is truly made for people with swollen feet. These open completely, making it so easy to get off and on. I have ordered numerous pairs of slippers and shoes only to return them because they simply did not open wide enough for my swollen feet. These truly do meet the needs of someone who has difficulty finding footware due to either the shoe does not really open all the way or advertised for wide or swollen feet when they really were not. Thank you!I love these slippers for reasons later, but they are so very large they tend to fall of as I walk. I wear an 8 or 8 1/2 in normal shoes, and suggestions recommended ordering up a size so I got a 10. For me that was not a good idea. Yes, they are adjustable (terrific), non-slip, sort of soft (but absolutely could stand some softness/padding in the inner- sole!!!) but if I had ordered a 9, they would be easier to walk in. Making them tighter so as not to fall off causes the top to rub into the tops of my feet ( upper ankle area) which is painful because I have lymphedema and cannot do that.I got these for my mom who had a broken hip, then a DVT AND an ulcer on one heel. I bought these because she felt undressed in slippers when she had to go somewhere and they are perfect. Super easy to go on--even with sock and heel cup. No more digging around trying get the heel in. They are very adjustable and feel like slippers but the sole is firm and gives some support and look more like a shoe. They are non-slipping too which is extremely important.If you have someone in your life who needs a comfortable shoe/slipper, this is it. The are also washable. When my mother was in rehab all the physical therapists, aides, nurses were asking about them.I feel like this is an item worth the money and makes care-taking just a little easier.So glad to find this pair of shoes for my elderly mom. She has edema and I purchased several pairs of shoes/sneakers that had to be returned, before I found these. They look nicer than the photo in ad. Good quality, sturdy sole. The nurse at my mom’s nursing home asked me where they were purchased from. Said they were perfect and could benefit many of the residents. Wish I was rich, I’d buy a pair for all of them.Good choice, cozy and runs true sizeSomewhat large but that’s what I need and was looking for! They’re comfortable and easy to put on and adjust! It was just rough having to wait until they were shipped from the other side of the world. But I couldn’t find anything like these anywhere and am so glad I ordered these!
