MBT's

[juneroses]

The high heels are gone from the closet forever. Now I�m interested in COMFORT!

I�ve seen residents wearing the expensive and quirky MBT�s. Those who are wearing them seem to love them. I�m wondering, however, how many pairs may be lurking in the back of the closet because their owners don�t love them.

If you�ve had experience with these shoes your evaluation would be welcome. Do you love them, wish you had never bought them, or are you somewhere in the middle?

[samhass]

I have the sandals and sneakers. They are in the back of my closet. I think wearing them may have brought on plantar fasciitis. I really liked them and wore the sandals often. Now I'm not so sure. I switched to Birkenstocks and love them. They really helped my feet.

[JohnN]

I have heel spurs and love my crocs... course I'm a guy, what do I know

[nONIE]

John, just developed a very painful heel spur, this isnt going over too well since I walk up to 30 dogs a day at the shelter. Quite painful to say the least. Do you know of anything to relieve the pain? Cant wear crocks up here in the north too cold and snowy!

OMG I really feel dumb but, what are MBT's?????

Im learning alot on TOTV. Getting quite an education at the risk of sounding totally ignorant!

[KathieI]

Thanks, Barb. I wasn't sure either. Thought it stood for More Better Toes? :dontknow: :dontknow:

What do I know? ??? ???

Kath :redface:

[nONIE]

Boomer and Barb,

Thankyou so much for the information. Wow! I hate to admit this but I never paid that much for a pair of shoes!!! Mabe thats why I have problems now!

Boomer, sure miss wearing those heels also, its crocks in the summer and L.L.Beans hikers in the winter, comfort is my top priority, ugggg! >:(

[Barefoot]

I have the sandals and sneakers. They are in the back of my closet. I think wearing them may have brought on plantar fasciitis. I really liked them and wore the sandals often. Now I'm not so sure. I switched to Birkenstocks and love them. They really helped my feet.


I've heard of MBTs, was thinking of trying them, and find the comments about them very interesting. Good topic Juneroses, our tootsies are important.

Samhass, when I had plantar fascitis (from doing aerobics), my podiatrist said orthodics at all times are essential. He also said Naots are the best shoe to wear, and stay away from anything with a negative heel, like Birkenstocks.

I think my next purchase will be a pair of New Balance 801. Anyone know where in TV you can buy them?

[bestmickey]

My sister's Podiatrist highly recommended Birks to her. I guess it depends on specific foot problems. I lovelovelove Birkenstocks, not only because of the comfort and good arch support, but especially because of the style updates they've developed over the past few years.

I also find Merrell's very comfortable. However, there are styles that don't fit properly because I do have a very high arch. The only style that fits me properly is the backless. Merrell's have terrific arch support.

[Golf-Tinker]

According to the MBT website, the following store caries their products.

Foot Solutions
980 Del Mar Drive, Lady Lake 32159
352-430-0535

[samhass]

Barefoot, I tried the Naots. You can get a high arch in the Birks. I have a very high arch and the Birks support my foot beautifully. I picked up the Naots at Shoe biz here in TV.

[Donna]

Glad you guys explained what MBT's are..

I thought I was the only one in outer space..http://www.millan.net/minimations/smileys/ufosmiley.gif (http://www.millan.net)

[JohnN]

nonie, I've had a couple of cortisone shots for the heel spur, and it helps for a period of time,

I've heard Birkenstocks have the heel and arch support...

[nONIE]

John,

Thanks, I see the doc this week and will ask him about the shots even tho I hate needles!!! :yikes:

Just dont want to be laid up when I get to TV soon. I have a lot of on my feet stuff to do!

[punkpup]

I don't know :dontknow: , maybe these funky lookin' shoes (MBT's) are the best thing since sliced bread but frankly I think they are "butt ugly"!!! Don't get me wrong... I am the maven of "sensible shoes". For cryin' out loud I wear steel toed boots for work which I swear weigh five pounds a piece. :realmad:

On the other hand it's not uncommon for me to hear, "Wow! where'd you get those shoes." referring to my fabulous Pepto Bismol Pink slip-on athletic ankle boots; (I can't really tell whether that means the person commenting loves them or hates them, lol.) :yikes:

Often I wear my standard black Penny Loafers. I've worn Penny Loafers since I was 11 years old, (I'm 55 now), the first pair were hand-me-downs from my mother. They were brown (with oxblood highlights) and a beef roll. My first brand new pair were Bass Weejuns; I got a new pair of Weejuns at the beginning of each successive school year until I was a College Sophomore when platforms came into style so then I had platform Penny Loafers then Penny Loafer style clogs. Well you get the gist. At any given time you can find several pairs of loafers, Top Siders, (thinly veiled relaxed versions of loafers), in addition to the, "What did we ever do before these?!?!?!?! Crocs that is, in my closet.

Ever since I discovered Crocs I hardly buy shoes anymore except Crocs in a different color or clunky steel/composite toe work boots. Even my Flip Flops are Crocs lol.

Well all this because of those UGLY MBT's lol

P.S. Quote my mother re. Crocs, "You're still wearing those ugly shoes!?!?!?!" 1rnfl And yes I've worn Roots, Earth Shoes and those other "ugly" things Birkenstocks.... think I still have a brand new pair of Birks around somewhere. Think I'll let them go in the great "I'm moving to TV" yard sale. :a20:

[Barefoot]

Can't post now .. heading out the door for "Shoe Biz" and "Foot Solution" to buy New Balance 801s and Merrells (love M's as well as Naot).

This thread has reminded me to do some nice things for my feet.

[villages07]

I've patronized the Foot Solutions here and in my former state. I really like their business model....they do a free evaulation of your foot issues, including computer mapping of hot spots and pressure points. Then, they can recommend shoes and/or orthotics that will best help you manage your foot issue. For orthotics, they have some over the counter products that they can adjust or they do the full measurement for custom built orthotics at the company factory.

They also have MBT, New Balance, and a few other brands of specialty shoes. If you have any kind of foot problems, they are a very knowledgeable and helpful resource. The franchise here in the Villages is owned, operated, and staffed by very qualified and dedicated personnel -- they are certified podarthists. I was very pleased with my orthotics for managing both flat feet and bunion issues and a pair of NB cross trainer shoes that are a dream to walk in.

[nONIE]

07,

Really appreciate this info. Mabe the right shoe will make all the difference in my pain level. I will be sure to check them out when I get there. Thanks again! :bigthumbsup:

[Barefoot]

V7, great recommendation for Foot Solutions, thank you for that information. I'll make sure to visit them. They have a perfect location here in TV with all the tender geriatric tootsies. :bigthumbsup:

[MSNPA]

Always can count on great topics in TOTV. I love to walk and try to get 10,000 steps in a day. For months now my right arch has been killing me. Thanks to these posts I've gotten some great recommendations for footwear.

[JohnN]

great topic, close to my heart and my feet! LOL

[beady]

Thanks for the link Barb1191. I have to admit I didn't have a clue what MBT's were.
Pretty pricey !
Thank goodness I do not have problems with my feet. I do like Birk's even though they are b... ugly. Haven't tried Croc's, aren't they hot in the warm weather, being rubber or plastic or whatever they are????

[nONIE]

Beady,

I wear crocks most of the time in the summer and dont find them to be overly hot. They have lots of air holes for ventilation. Crocks also makes an open sandle now that I hear is quite comfortable. Personally I love the Teva sandles in warm weather and they are still at the top of my list.

[punkpup]

Crocs definitely Rock! I'm wearing a pair as we speak. As soon as I get home I kick off those heavy old boots and slip on my Crocs. Yes, Crocs come in Flip Flop style sandals and a slider style. Crocs have even come out with a a winter boot.

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Barb,

Thanks for post what MBT's are. Had to get to nearly the beginning of this thread to find out what they are.

HB

[Hope2b]

I love my Easy Spirit no back shoes. I was afraid I would have trouble keeping them on but no they are great. I have even danced on the square wearing them.

[Taltarzac]

Masai Barefoot Technology=MBT.