Nurses work 16-hour shifts in these heavily padded sneakers

The life of a nurse is a busy one that is mentally and physically demanding, given that there is very little time without being on your 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 choose 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 exterior, a rubber outsole provides excellent traction, padded tongue and heel, and cushioned insole. .

Ryka Influence Cross Training Shoe

Ryka’s comfortable sneaker has more than 6,000 five-star ratings and nurses and healthcare workers are leaving rave reviews, saying “their feet don’t hurt” at the end of a 12-hour shift. In fact, a nurse replaced another popular shoe brand with this Ryka style because of the wider toe box, ample arch support, and immediate knee pain relief. They even came back for a second, so they have a pair for work and play. Another medical professional said the shoes “exceed (their) shoe needs” and provide “enough support and comfort” for standing all day.

A nurse with plantar fasciitis said her feet felt like they were “sighing with relief” after putting on the shoe thanks to its “lightweight” feel and “cushioning in all the right places”. Another nurse who works 16-hour shifts said they were “comfortable” right out of the box – no break-in time was 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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