Footstar

31 October 2013

Halloween discount from ECCO shoes

Today only: Halloween discount from ECCO shoes. 30% off 2nd pair of shoes or boots with code “HALLOWEEN30″, valid 31 October 2013 only. I love ECCO shoes, they are so comfortable

Go straight to Ecco UK store here

1 September 2013

MBT Super Trainers

I’ve never forgotten trying on some MBT trainers in a shop one day. I had no intention of buying them; I just wanted to try them on to see what all the hype was about. I couldn’t believe how awful they felt; unstable, uncomfortable, ghastly, never mind the £250 price tag. I have never recommended MBTs to my patients.

According to the Daily Mail today a scientific study commissioned by the company has shown no benefits for low back pain sufferers – and "in some cases can make problems worse". Fad is all I can say, it’s a bit like barefoot running. A patient of mine decided to try barefoot running; the first time out resulted in a fractured metatarsal bone and a plaster cast for 6 weeks!

The findings are due to be published in the journal Spine in October and "will add to the woes of MBT, coming just 18 months after the Swiss parent company filed for bankruptcy"

Why £250 MBTs wont put an extra spring in your step

Daily Mail article: download PDF here

1 September 2013

ECCO competition: win a bag worth up to £399.99

Participate in the ECCO competition and get the chance to win the perfect bag for this season

Ecco UK

11 August 2013

It's summer but the new autumn shoes are arriving

Ecco shoes and boots – I just love these shoes, they are sooooo comfortable

Click here
Ecco shoes new arrivals

New arrivals – ladies footwear newest arrivals

New arrivals – mens footwear newest arrivals

I bought these lace up boots (ECCO Chase) last winter and I’m going to buy exactly the same ones again this winter, same colour, same size, same boot! They are amazingly comfortable, a wide fit, plenty of room for the various lumps and bumps on my feet including my bunion (I have to be so careful with shoes now, no seams in the wrong place, no eyelet holes in the wrong place, wide enough in the forefoot). If you have narrow feet these boots won’t suit you as they are a lovely generous fit.

Which shoes shall I buy for Bill? I wonder what Bill thinks? We’ll soon find out!

12 July 2013

Hotter Shoes 3 for 2 code

Click here to see the great styles

£10 Off men’s and women’s and FREE Delivery with the code XHFTPD until 18/07/13
10% Off men’s and women’s and FREE Delivery with the code XHATEN until 31/12/13
3 for 2 with the code XHETFT until 31/12/13

29 June 2013

Clarks Summer Sale

The Clarks Summer Sale Up To 50% off now on until approximately the end of July but is dependent on stock. To be honest you could have envisaged the shoe on the left being in the sale. It’s the sort of shoe that you either love or hate, no half measures here. Personally I wouldn’t wear it, far too LOUD. What do you think

Some examples of new styles added to sale:

Scent Eley Orange
Was: £79.99
Now: £39.99 Saving 50%

Sarina Bowes Tan
Was: £49.99
Now: £34.99 Saving 30%

Tailmast Sail Navy
Was: £39.99
Now: £29.99 Saving 25%

Harpy Wings Denim
Was: £28.00
Now: £18.00 Saving 35%

8 June 2013

The ultimate multi-purpose shoe

Free advertising for the ultimate multi-purpose Walmart slip-on shoes in the Daily Mail

What the shop description says:

"Alluring square toe slip-on with charming detail and design. A must have for your dress collection this season"

What the customer says:

"Most comfortable shoes ever … the best part is, I can flip pancakes with them"

More reviews

"you need to wear mudguards as on a rainy day you will get your face splashed"

"thanks to these new super-shoes I can shovel the pavement while I walk"

"I get many compliments at the beach when I wear them with my speedos"

Stylish in burgundy too !

Read the article in the Daily Mail

13 May 2013

Patient question: Why do my feet hurt?

Picking up the patient’s shoes I had my answer. No support, no protection from the elements, "they are damaging your feet"

"Buy some new shoes … immediately".

Worn out shoes … the sole

Worn out shoes … from the inside

Worn out shoes … close up … you can see through them

5 April 2013

Special offers at Hotter Shoes this April

Save £5 on 1 pair of shoes with code ‘XHCOBD‘ until 25th April
Save £20 on 2 pairs of shoes with code ‘XHCOBD‘ until 25th April
Save £30 on 3 pairs of shoes with ‘XHCOBD‘ until 25th April

Click here to see more sandals

Also 10% off plus free delivery with code XHATEN (valid until 25th April)

30 March 2013

Over the counter high spec orthotics

Here are some orthotics that I’ve just come across. Small enough to fit into your regular shoes and according to the company Rightstride they are made of flexible polypropylene which makes them ultra comfortable. Five year guarantee on the shell. Available in two arch heights, flat to normal and high arch. Sizes from adult UK 2 to 14

My name is Sue Ferguson and I am a chiropodist and podiatrist working in private practice in Tenterden, Kent, in the south east of England.

Sue Ferguson, Chiropodist and Podiatrist

Sue Ferguson
Tel: 01580 765546

I am registered with the Health Professions Council, the regulatory body for health professionals and I have been treating feet for over 20 years.

For further information about my chiropody practice see my practice website where you will find lots of tips and information.

From a professional point of view I find feet, foot conditions and shoes fascinating. I spent the first part of my life waiting for the Internet to be invented and now it's here I want to share my enthusiasm about feet with you all.