Extra Depth Shoes
What is so special about extra-depth shoes?
Extra-depth shoes fill the large gap that lies between shoes from a regular shoe store and custom orthopedic shoes. Extra-depth shoes can be modified to give your feet maximum fit, support, relief and comfort. You do not have to be diabetic to purchase extra-depth shoes.
The extra-depth is important because it allows plenty of room for a foot orthosis. Foot orthoses can relieve excessive pressure on your foot, reduce shear or the movement of your foot within the shoe, accommodate foot deformities, limit the motion of painful joints, and much more.
Diabetic, extra-depth shoe standards:
- Shoes must come in at least 3 widths
- Shoes must have at least 3/16” of extra-depth
- Shoes must be void of seams at the toe
- Open-toe shoes are NOT approved diabetic shoes
Other factors that make up a good extra-depth shoe:
- Genuine leather upper
- Foam-padded collar
- Long medial counter
- High toe box
- Steel shank
- Adaptable sole for modification