Originally Posted by
tessagin
This works and I know it sounds crazy but it you change out your shoes through out the day. I have shoes that have a wedge (approx. 2" high in back and 1/2-3/4 in front). I worked in salons with concrete floors for over 35 years from 10-12 hours+ 5 days a week and on the deceased in between. Changing shoes throughout the day makes a difference takes pressure off the feet from being in one position on consistent basis. The flat ones like ballerina slippers are the worst. I never stand in my barefeet for a long period of time. If you do sit down for a few minutes and can put your feet up for at least 10-15 minutes every couple hours do that. Those thong sandals (flip flops(?)are as bad as the ballerina slippers.
I agree. And I'd invest in a good pair of athletic shoes (we call them tennis shoes around here). Get something with a good walking inner sole that has good support. Most of my 33 years of teaching was done on medium to high heels or with pointed-toed flats. RUINED MY FEET AND MY BACK. We worked on terrazo floors. I've learned to wear tennis shoes most of the time because of a bad heel. Now I have a hard time sewing in my socks like I used to do it.
I've never worn Crocks but they seem to be so uncomfortable. I know I have trouble walking in backless shoes and the flip flop types.
BTW, I love the idea of propping your feet up occasionally. Good luck with your floors and enjoy that sewing space.