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Where do u find ECCO shoes for that cheap of price I pay 120. I have the tie ones with cushion around the heel. Need store name and phone number please:) thank you, nancy:) [log in to unmask] wrote: > > Hi > I second Sid's comments on Ecco shoes for pwp's. I also like Born (made in > Germany) and about the same price range. (Like Sid, I have no financial > interest in these shoes whatsoever.........when my husband looks in my > closet, he may doubt that statement!!!!!!!!!!). > > These shoes have a wide sole which gives a good feeling of support, and it is > not gripping on the bottom.........I have problems with foot drag, not > lifting my toe high enough, and also some balance. I cannot wear an > athletic shoe without stumbling because the sole would "cling or clutch" > carpeted surfaces. Heavy shoes were too tiring, lightweight shoes offered > little support......and I just fumbled through the day always hoping to get > where I was going. > > The Born and Ecco shoes seem to provide a good weight balance that seems to > enable me to pick my feet up a little better. My AFO will fit in the > Born's. The closings on many of the shoes are velcro........or elastic in > the loafer/sandel styles. > > I have found these at many of the department stores in our area........price > range is $39 to $79 US...........I have been wearing these shoes for about 8 > months, and swear that my walking has improved with them!!! > > There may be other brands that have similar soles.........but if you can take > a look at the Ecco's or Born's (Natur is also made by Born) and see what the > sole material is then you will know what to look for. Although the sole does > not catch on carpeting, I have also NOT had a problem with it being > "slippery" when wet. I have not tried these shoes on ice or wintery > conditions yet........ > > Rita Weeks 55/10