Nurses Work 16-Hour Shifts in These Sneakers That Have “Padding in All the Right Places”
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They’re comfortable straight out of the box.
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The life of a nurse is a busy one that’s mentally and physically demanding, being that there’s very little time when they’re not on their feet. Having the right pair of sneakers can make or break the productivity of a 12-hour shift—that’s why nurses and healthcare workers are choosing Ryka’s Influence Cross Trainer Shoe as their go-to pair for comfort and support.
The nurse-approved sneaker comes in 17 colors, including black, gray, white, blue, and pink, and sizes 5 to 12. It features a breathable mesh outer, rubber outsole with great traction, padded tongue and heel cup, and cushioned insole.
Ryka Influence Cross Trainer Shoe
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Ryka’s comfy sneaker has more than 6,000 five-star ratings and nurses and healthcare workers are leaving glowing reviews to match, saying their “feet don't hurt” at the end of 12-hour shifts. In fact, a nurse swapped another popular shoe brand for this Ryka style because of the wider toe box, sufficient arch support, and immediate knee pain relief. They even returned for a second, so they have a pair for both work and leisure. Another healthcare worker said the shoes “exceed [their] footwear needs” and are “supportive and comfortable” enough for being on their feet all day.
A nurse with plantar fasciitis said their feet felt like they were “sighing with relief” after they slipped the shoe on thanks to their“lightweight” feel and “padd[ing] in all the right places.” Another nurse who works 16-hour shifts said they were “comfortable” straight out of the box—no break-in time needed.
Shop Ryka’s Influence Cross Trainer Shoes for long days on your feet, plus more comfortable nurse-approved sneakers, below.
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