Question 1

What is the average life of a shoe?

Accepted Answer

The lifespan of a shoe depends on many factors. One of them is the quality of the shoe itself. Ideally you will need a durable shoe that will last long. But no matter how durable your shoes are, you will need to replace them at some point. A nurse’s job involves a lot of sitting and standing. As such, research suggests that nurses should replace their shoes every 350-500 miles. In other words, nurses should replace their shoes every six or seven months or twice every year.

Question 2

Why do nurses wear clogs?

Accepted Answer

Clogs are some of the most comfortable shoes available in the market. They come with a wide toe-box that allows much wiggle room for your toes. It is also one of the most durable shoes since it is made of tough material. Besides, it is convenient to use and of late, it has become a fashion statement too. These are some of the reasons why nurses seem to prefer clogs.

Question 3

Can nurses wear any shoes?

Accepted Answer

The straight answer is no. Although shoes are primarily made for comfort, there are many shoes available in the market today that focus on style over comfort. There are also shoes that are less durable that are made for casual use. These kinds of shoes are not suitable for nurses. Ideally, nurses need shoes that offer comfort over any other factor. And since a nurse’s life involves a lot of running and standing, a nurse’s shoe needs to be durable too. Besides these, a shoe that offers additional features like slip-resistance, odor-control, rocker bottoms and is lightweight would be perfect.