# Hand and Footwear **URL:** https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/c/symptoms-and-their-management/hand-and-footwear/9.md [Latest](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/tags.md) --- ## [About the Hand and Footwear category](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/about-the-hand-and-footwear-category/15)
**Author:** [@system](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2016, 1:17pm UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/about-the-hand-and-footwear-category/15 "2016-05-30T13:17:15Z")
Because when you have EM, footwear really matters --- ## [Life line for foot pain and swelling](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/life-line-for-foot-pain-and-swelling/6616)
**Author:** [@pilgrim55](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/pilgrim55)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2026, 10:34pm UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/life-line-for-foot-pain-and-swelling/6616 "2026-03-20T22:34:54Z")
--- ## [Relief From Compression Socks](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/relief-from-compression-socks/226)
**Author:** [@scanfield1](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/scanfield1)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2025, 7:06pm UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/relief-from-compression-socks/226 "2025-06-14T19:06:27Z")
Hello Everyone - I know this is my second sock post of the week :)......however, I wanted to share that I have experienced a reduction in my foot flaring by wearing compression socks throughout the day. It's only been t… --- ## [Baretraps Sandals: Better heat dissipation and also cushioned](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/baretraps-sandals-better-heat-dissipation-and-also-cushioned/2549)
**Author:** [@Cindy2](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/Cindy2)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2021, 7:07am UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/baretraps-sandals-better-heat-dissipation-and-also-cushioned/2549 "2021-03-06T07:07:18Z")
While the softest, squishy shoe I have found is still the extremely hard to get “easy spirit heel riser” heat does build up in those a bit. I have now found a current shoe that is almost as cushioned and is better at he… --- ## [Cold weather footwear ideas, please and thank you](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/cold-weather-footwear-ideas-please-and-thank-you/5164)
**Author:** [@CarolinaGirl](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/CarolinaGirl)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2020, 1:42pm UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/cold-weather-footwear-ideas-please-and-thank-you/5164 "2020-12-17T13:42:52Z")
Hello, all! I’m looking for guidance on how to manage colder weather. In my home, I remain barefoot. I’m a wee bit housebound, so that works well for me. And over the summer, I’ve managed with summer shoes pretty well w… --- ## [Comfortable sandals---what do you recommend?](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/comfortable-sandals-what-do-you-recommend/1003)
**Author:** [@houseboat\_queen](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/houseboat_queen)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2020, 1:35pm UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/comfortable-sandals-what-do-you-recommend/1003 "2020-12-17T13:35:24Z")
What brand of sandals do you recommend? I have tried many different brands and am not pleased with any of them. They all cause my feet to flare. Besides flaring my left heel is always in pain. Not sure if that is EM … --- ## [Types of soles for summer cooling](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/types-of-soles-for-summer-cooling/2377)
**Author:** [@rayofhope](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/rayofhope)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 1:39pm UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/types-of-soles-for-summer-cooling/2377 "2020-10-10T13:39:46Z")
Hello everyone. First I hoe thst today is a burn free pain free day! Or at least part of it! Shoes for the summer. Nike slip on flip flops as they call them, Adidas etc a slip on And cushion. Has anyone found one t… --- ## [Reduce Feet Flare-Ups With Compression Socks](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/reduce-feet-flare-ups-with-compression-socks/327)
**Author:** [@scanfield1](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/scanfield1)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2020, 9:13pm UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/reduce-feet-flare-ups-with-compression-socks/327 "2020-06-11T21:13:13Z")
Hi Everyone! This is Sean, I am 29 and have had EM for a little over a year. I haven't been on this site for a little while but wanted to check back in and repost my discovery of compression socks and say how huge of a … --- ## [Juzo ankle brace keeps me cool](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/juzo-ankle-brace-keeps-me-cool/3684)
**Author:** [@Cherry](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/Cherry)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2018, 5:57am UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/juzo-ankle-brace-keeps-me-cool/3684 "2018-12-24T05:57:27Z")
i tried the juzo ankle brace on both feet (it fits like an ankle sock) normally my feet would have been on fire within 40mins of standing/walking but the braces helped so much. i felt they really ‘supported’ my veins… --- ## [Gel bliss!](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/gel-bliss/3683)
**Author:** [@Cherry](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/Cherry)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2018, 5:55am UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/gel-bliss/3683 "2018-12-24T05:55:26Z")
i made a bunch of these and lay them at the feet of my bed (i don’t tuck my covers in). they stay cool enough for me without being kept in the freezer. i squish my hot feet in the during the night… squishing and wrap… --- ## [Diy gel packs](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/diy-gel-packs/3647)
**Author:** [@Cherry](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/Cherry)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2018, 3:57pm UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/diy-gel-packs/3647 "2018-12-10T15:57:37Z")
https://youtu.be/3k210f6aTAU this tut is great^^^^ after spending a small fortune on heating blankets, space heaters, mittens warmers, fans, ice packs and such i finally got smart using just salt, corn starch, blue fo… --- ## [Best Shoe ever for EM, someone is selling size 10 on ebay cheap](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/best-shoe-ever-for-em-someone-is-selling-size-10-on-ebay-cheap/2454)
**Author:** [@Cindy2](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/Cindy2)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2017, 4:45pm UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/best-shoe-ever-for-em-someone-is-selling-size-10-on-ebay-cheap/2454 "2017-07-06T16:45:00Z")
There is an amazing shoe that is very cushiony and supportive and indespensible to me, it lessens the EM pain of standing and walking GREATLY. I have several pairs. However, they havent made them the right way for year… --- ## [Temperature controllable shoes](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/temperature-controllable-shoes/1064)
**Author:** [@mnp](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/mnp)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2017, 7:27am UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/temperature-controllable-shoes/1064 "2017-03-20T07:27:52Z")
Hi all, I just came across Peltier coolers or heat pumps as a technology that might help EM sufferers if used in shoes. Low and behold there is a patent on them and a research project at ETH Zurich. Unfortunately I haven… --- ## [Wet Socks..?](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/wet-socks/2066)
**Author:** [@twinkletoes](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/twinkletoes)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2017, 11:08am UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/wet-socks/2066 "2017-01-03T11:08:06Z")
So I am curious to if anyone else with this disease gets a flare up or even just itching when their socks become damp? When i was young i suffered from very mild flares in the winter if my socks became wet at all. Little… --- ## [Shoes and Socks](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/shoes-and-socks/1002)
**Author:** [@coastal\_spirit](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/coastal_spirit)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2016, 4:36pm UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/shoes-and-socks/1002 "2016-12-17T16:36:55Z")
Does anyone have any recommendations of what kinds of shoes and socks can be worn to cause the least pain and inflammation? I don't wear shoes or socks at all in the house, summer or winter, but we have loads of snow and… --- ## [Segway/Airwheel](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/segway-airwheel/1929)
**Author:** [@MultiRus](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/MultiRus)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2016, 5:24am UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/segway-airwheel/1929 "2016-09-24T05:24:27Z")
Has anyone thought about using a Airwheel or Segway to get around ? --- ## [Compression Stockings](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/compression-stockings/823)
**Author:** [@Michelle\_S](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/Michelle_S)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2016, 7:52pm UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/compression-stockings/823 "2016-07-01T19:52:22Z")
I'm wondering about wearing compression stockings for my EM....I've never worn these before and finding quite a range of stockings/products in the market place (eg., knee-hi, calf sleeve, full stocking open toe/closed to… --- ## [Found comfortable mesh sneakers!](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/found-comfortable-mesh-sneakers/1721)
**Author:** [@LibbyK](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/LibbyK)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2016, 5:02pm UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/found-comfortable-mesh-sneakers/1721 "2016-06-09T17:02:54Z")
Hello all. I haven't been around here much lately, but I thought I should pop in to mention these shoes. They're Skechers sneakers called "GoWalk 3 Super Breathe 2" and they're the first shoes I've found that (aside fr… --- ## [Comfortable shoes!](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/comfortable-shoes/1102)
**Author:** [@Dreamline](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/Dreamline)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2015, 6:53pm UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/comfortable-shoes/1102 "2015-05-14T18:53:48Z")
This is the second time I'm posting this so forgive my brusqueness. I had a nice, long post about these wonderful sandals. They are soft and comfy. The straps are buttery, stretchy fabric. I can't even feel them. So, her… --- ## [Orthotics - a useful treatment for foot pain](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/orthotics-a-useful-treatment-for-foot-pain/893)
**Author:** [@Tizzy](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/Tizzy)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 2, 2014, 2:52am UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/orthotics-a-useful-treatment-for-foot-pain/893 "2014-11-02T02:52:59Z")
As a physiotherapist with EM I am amazed at the number of people whose first presentation of Em was foot pain - myself included as I was fairly convinced I had had some sort of acute arthritis developing, both feet were … --- ## [What shoes do you wear in summer?](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/what-shoes-do-you-wear-in-summer/796)
**Author:** [@Mike24](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/Mike24)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 5, 2014, 7:55pm UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/what-shoes-do-you-wear-in-summer/796 "2014-07-05T19:55:08Z")
Hi folks, this question is of course not about fashion. My problem is: I'm feeling very uncomfortable in sport shoes and tight shoes at all due to my EM. The obvious answer are sandals but I have to wear foot orthotics a… --- ## [Footwear](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/footwear/687)
**Author:** [@Nel](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/Nel)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2014, 1:59am UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/footwear/687 "2014-05-01T01:59:40Z")
For the first two years of EM I couldn't tolerate more than flipflops or light sandals winter or summer. Since I have been taking aspirin I find myself able to wear shoes in Winter. What I soon realised though was that t… --- ## [How to make things comfortable](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/how-to-make-things-comfortable/26)
**Author:** [@Inpainbutsmiling](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/Inpainbutsmiling)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2013, 12:12pm UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/how-to-make-things-comfortable/26 "2013-09-01T12:12:31Z")
I have a question...saw my doctor and we have confirmed at this point for sure this is what I am dealing with but going cautious on adding a major load of meds as I am already on lots. Anyway, I am going back to work so… --- ## [I found comfy sandles](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/i-found-comfy-sandles/406)
**Author:** [@MsKim](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/MsKim)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2013, 12:49pm UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/i-found-comfy-sandles/406 "2013-06-27T12:49:22Z")
Just by reading reviews, I bought a pair of Easy Spirit Cloverly strappy sandles that don't bother my feet and they are attractive as well. Just thought I'd pass it along. --- ## [FootUndeez! (Dance sandals)](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/footundeez-dance-sandals/419)
**Author:** [@Meredith\_B\_D](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/Meredith_B_D)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2013, 8:11pm UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/footundeez-dance-sandals/419 "2013-06-03T20:11:46Z")
(I didn't check the guidelines about whether it was okay to post this, so I' hoping it's okay. I don't know if any of you dance as a hobby (or if you're able to), but I just found out about this product called FootUndeez… --- ## [What shoe insoles work best?](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/what-shoe-insoles-work-best/239)
**Author:** [@Lynee](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/Lynee)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [November 2, 2012, 9:34pm UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/what-shoe-insoles-work-best/239 "2012-11-02T21:34:53Z")
I'm trying to figure out what material will be most comfortable against my feet. I can't wear socks, EVER, as they make my feet hot. I wear orthotics all the time so that covering has been changed several times. Now it's… --- ## [Tennis Shoes](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/tennis-shoes/284)
**Author:** [@hlhlain94](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/hlhlain94)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 31, 2012, 1:33am UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/tennis-shoes/284 "2012-10-31T01:33:09Z")
Do any of you have any preferences of tennis shoes? I wear Nike's with a pillow like sole, and they're great for when my feet are aching, but not very awesome when my feet get hot. --- ## [Cold socks](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/cold-socks/233)
**Author:** [@tillyp](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/tillyp)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2012, 4:37am UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/cold-socks/233 "2012-07-25T04:37:36Z")
Found these socks which might offer a small degree of relief. NatraCure Cold Therapy Socks from Alimed (US site). Well, you never know! --- ## [Breathable Socks](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/breathable-socks/224)
**Author:** [@scanfield1](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/scanfield1)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2012, 10:14pm UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/breathable-socks/224 "2012-07-07T22:14:06Z")
Hey everyone - does anyone have any recommendations for dress socks that are thin and keep your feet cool? --- ## [Found some awesome shoes that are cold and slip on and off](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/found-some-awesome-shoes-that-are-cold-and-slip-on-and-off/152)
**Author:** [@Will\_P](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/Will_P)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2012, 2:23am UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/found-some-awesome-shoes-that-are-cold-and-slip-on-and-off/152 "2012-03-29T02:23:00Z")
adidas clima cool shoes, they have tons of holes all over and you may still have to cut out the back heel padding, but they work great after you do. (there isnt much padding either). i dont wear sandals because i feel th… [Next page](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/c/symptoms-and-their-management/hand-and-footwear/9.md?page=1)