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The Best Shoes for Bunions, According to Podiatrists
Doctor recommended, stylist approved.
BUNIONS CAUSE the kind of pain and irritation that you just have to experience to understand. That nagging sensation every time you take a step can not only ruin your day, it can disrupt your entire way of life. For those who depend on pain-free feet for exercise or work, the problem is only magnified. While bad footwear choices can be a cause of bunions, good footwear choices can make them bearable and even pain free. Which is why we sought out the best shoes for bunions, so you can get back on the grind.
We reached out to top podiatrists like Dr. Anne Sharkey and Dr. Patrick McEneaney, founder of Northern Illinois Foot & Ankle Specialists to help find the best shoes for bunions. All the experts we talked to say that the best shoes for bunions are soft and flexible, and have a wide toebox, and avoid seems and straps that cross directly over the bunion. We also consulted with our style editors to make sure that these shoes looked great as well. So whether you're a guy who's on his feet all day, or just want a comfortable walking sneaker, the best shoes for bunions have you covered.
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Brad is a contributing style commerce editor. After a decade working for menswear brands including J.Crew and Ralph Lauren, Brad switched from selling fashion to writing about it. His words have appeared in Huckberry, Heddels, and The Manual.
As Men's Health's Deputy Editor, Commerce, Christian Gollayan oversees all shopping content on menshealth.com. He relocated back to New York by way of Portland, where he was the Associate Managing Editor at TheManual.com. Christian's work has also been featured in InStyle, Food & Wine, the New York Post, and Tatler Asia.
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