July 22nd, 2023 | by Kirsten Borrink
...or a thick outsole, this is not the shoe for you (especially if you have painful hallux rigidus, the forefoot is too flexible). There is definiately a “one-with-the-ground” feel to...
December 7th, 2022 | by Kirsten Borrink
...you, but you can always add your own more supportive insole. Sturdy, thick sole: If your forefoot is plagued with hallux rigidus (stiff big toe), a thick, rigid sole is...
August 30th, 2022 | by Kirsten Borrink
...foot conditions: metatarsalgia, arthritis, hallux rigidus, plantar fasciitis, neuropathy…even painful bunions and hammertoes! Without getting too technical, a rocker sole shoe features a thick outsole with an upward curved toe...
May 16th, 2021 | by Kirsten Borrink
...(yes, hallux rigidus sufferers, I’m talking to you), the SAS Radiant could be too flexible. I also wouldn’t recommend for plantar fasciitis. Yes, the shoe is soft and cushioned, but...
July 22nd, 2023 | by Kirsten Borrink
...not too flexible (perhaps a good choice for toes with hallux limitus/rigidus?). The slight elevation of the rubber outsole provides more lift than my Birkenstocks–my heels feel protected from hard...
July 9th, 2023 | by Kirsten Borrink
...over-pronating feet. Flexibility: Obviously this shoe is flexible at the forefoot or it wouldn’t be considered a barefoot/minimalist-type running shoe. However, this feature may aggravate toes with hallux limitus or...
October 6th, 2023 | by Kirsten Borrink
...you have hallux limitus/rigidus, it may be too flexible for you (see photo at right). The heel to toe drop is 8mm. True to size and width. Made in the...
January 7th, 2023 | by Kirsten Borrink
...find it functions like a mild rocker sole, taking pressure off the forefoot. If you have hallux limitus/rigidus, this shoe may work well for you. Overall feel and fit: The...
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