Should Seniors Wear Sandals? (An Occupational Therapist Answers)
Safety should be prioritized if your elderly loved one chose to wear sandals. In this article, we will look into the details of whether or not seniors should wear sandals.
Safety should be prioritized if your elderly loved one chose to wear sandals. In this article, we will look into the details of whether or not seniors should wear sandals.
Our occupational therapists explain why seniors and the elderly should never, ever, never wear flip-flops and gives you some alternatives instead.
Crocs are a comfortable brand of footwear gaining popularity among the aging population because they are easy to put on and take off. Here an occupational therapist discusses whether or not older adults should wear Crocs.
Birkenstocks are a popular shoe brand worldwide and are known for its style and comfort. So an occupational therapist answers the question: Are Birkenstocks good for elderly people?
For slippers to be safer for elderly people, they should fit right, accommodate swelling, support the heels, and have a slip-resistant sole. Here are my recommended slippers for seniors and the elderly that have these safety features… and look good too!
Being able to put on your own shoes safely greatly affects your independence. Many seniors have balance and weakness issues that prevent them from doing this simple task safely. Here are 7 recommended shoes that are easy for older adults to slip on – no help needed!
Hook and loops shoes have a few different benefits for seniors. They are easier to put on, they stay on better, and they fit better especially if you have swollen feet. Here are my top recommendations for older adults.
Many seniors use slip-on shoes because of difficulty tying shoelaces. But, how do you make sure their shoes stay on securely? Here are some effective ways to keep slip on shoes from falling off.
The best slippers for edema are stretchy to allow for swelling, have adjustable openings for a custom fit, and are made of soft comforting materials. They should be easy to take on and off without being painful too. Here are my top recommendations.
One quick way to warm up a senior is to warm their feet and these heated slippers for the elderly do just that. Keep reading to learn which are the best heated slippers for seniors to use and what features are important too.