Health professionals such as nurses often find themselves working under difficult conditions. Especially in shortage of staff, nurses are forced to work very long shifts, even 12-hour shifts. Their tasks are many: they include lifting patients, providing assistance with daily cleaning and eating. In case of emergencies, they are called upon to run from one side of the wards to the other, to assist patients as quickly as possible.
Spending many hours on their feet performing a wide variety of tasks can lead to serious health risks such as leg injuries, back pain and other foot-related problems. Therefore, a good pair of sanitary clogs can prevent heel, leg and back pain.
Things to consider before buying a pair of nursing clogs
Choosing a pair of healthcare footwear is not as easy as going to the nearest shop and buying any pair of shoes. As footwear is essential for the physical well-being and efficiency of nurses, it needs careful selection. Firstly, it is important to choose footwear that is PPE certified, i.e. conforms to the specific legislation. Secondly, style and design also play a role in the choice of footwear.
Let's take a look at the criteria for choosing sanitary footwear:
Dress code: Some hospitals require nurses to have a specific dress code. White is often the colour of choice for uniforms, while for clogs the options can be different. Therefore, make sure you buy a clog that falls within the parameters required by the department.
Right size:
A perfect fit certainly helps healthcare professionals to work better, ensuring well-being for their feet. Therefore, it is essential to choose the right size by measuring the length and width of the feet.
Comfort
Seeking comfortable footwear should be a priority for nurses, who spend most of their working hours on their feet.
Even when additional safety features are required, it is always important not to lose sight of the comfort factor.
Choose a quality brand:
The consequences of not wearing high-quality work clogs with safety standards are severe. Therefore, it is always recommended to opt for brands with years of experience behind them and a focus on the choice of materials for quality footwear.
After these basic principles, it is time to find out the most important features of nursing clogs. There are different types of clogs: with back-strap, without back-strap, closed, with toe cap or without it. Understanding what best suits your role is therefore crucial to choosing the right professional footwear.
Features to expect in high-quality nursing clogs
If you are wondering what characterises a quality and and stylish pair of nursing clogs, here are the answers:
Arch support
Arch support is an essential element of a quality pair of clogs. Having the right support to the arch contributes to comfort during work shifts, preventing feet pain.
Posture support
Nurses tend to develop physical problems such as arthritis, muscle cramps and fatigue due to the many hours they spend on their feet. Having adequate posture support helps enormously to prevent back pain and other leg problems and to make us safe and comfortable during working hours.
Slip resistance
The healthcare professional is very likely to incur in slips, and fall injuries. The slippery and damp floors of the working environment are the main reason behind it. A good pair of clogs come with anti-slip sole will help to prevent the risk of slipping.
Lightness
Since nurses work for long work shifts, lightness is one of the main characteristics to seek for in the clogs. Besides that, another important characteristic is the presence of lateral windows, which ensure the right ventilation of the foot during the wear.
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Nursing clogs: some examples of the best models you can choose.
Finding a perfect pair of clogs for nurses is not easy as you may think. Considering that numerous options are available in the market, it is difficult to choose the best clogs according to personal preference, size and specific role-related characteristics.
If you want quality and strict compliance with safety standards, then Reposa is your brand. Over thirty years, the brand has become synonymous with maximum customer satisfaction. They offer the highest quality products, 100% Made in Italy, consisting of fine raw materials and a sophisticated design.
Following some of the best products in the catalogue.
Reposa Max Art 400
The best seller of Reposa sterilizable line, made of latex-free and antistatic material.
Key features
Antistatic and ESD
Easily sterilizable in autoclave up to 134°
Fast drying times
Maximum anti-slip SRC
Safety back-strap
Available in 10 different colours and 14 sizes.
II category PPE.
As the name suggest, the model 'Max' guarantee the maximum comfort to the user. This professional sterilizable clog has a safety back-strap with patented hooking to keep the foot safe during the movements and the highest degree of anti-slip on the sole (SRC). It also includes lateral windows for foot ventilation and an easier washing.
EASY art 900
Key features
Antistatic
Easily sterilizable in autoclave up to 134°
Maximum anti-slip SRC
without back-strap
Available in 3 different colours and 14 sizes.
SAFE art 500
Key features
Antistatic
Easily sterilizable in autoclave up to 134°
Maximum anti-slip SRC
II category PPE.
Safety back-strap
with reinforced toe cap
Last words
In today's world, the trend to wear footwear that is not only professional but also fashionable is growing phenomenally, making the need for workwear to be stylish undeniable. With the beautiful Reposa nursing clogs, you can combine safety, professionality and quality with style and colour.