Breathable footwear
Shoes and sandals made with airy uppers such as mesh or leather and enough room for the toes, so feet can release heat and sweat.
Why it helps
Air flow keeps feet drier, and a roomy fit reduces rubbing and pressure. Dry, comfortable feet are less likely to get sore, smelly, or fungal.
Look for
- Mesh or other breathable upper
- Room in the toe box
- Removable, washable insoles
- Open styles like sandals when appropriate
- A pair you can rotate so shoes dry out between days
Avoid
- Plastic or rubber shoes worn all day
- Shoes that are tight across the toes
- Wearing the same pair every day
Worth asking a clinician about
For lasting foot rashes, thick or discolored nails, or painful sore spots, ask a clinician to examine them.
Products
Brooks
Glycerin GTS 21 Men's Running Shoe
Price: higher price · Other
A cushioned running shoe with an engineered knit upper and a removable sockliner.
- Breathable
KEEN
Newport Water Hiking Sandals (men's)
Price: higher price · Other
An open water sandal with a toe-protecting design that the brand calls roomy and fast-drying.
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These are products Dr. Haque has reviewed and recommends for different reasons. Unless a product is clearly marked 'Affiliate link,' it is not one. Most are not.