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Velcro Shoes for Women
Arthritis Patients Easily Manage Velcro Shoes

By Carol & Richard Eustice, About.com

Updated June 22, 2009

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Velcro shoes are easy to put on and take off. That's important for people who have physical limitations that make it hard to bend or reach their feet. People with arthritis look for shoes that are easy to manage and supportive for their feet -- without completely forgoing style.

Velcro shoes are no longer just ugly orthopedic shoes. There are several shoemakers that make velcro shoes that look sporty -- a perfect match for casual attire. Consider these velcro shoes. You will never need another pair of shoe strings again.

1. Grasshoppers Women's Stretch Plus Velcro Sneaker

Cute, sneaker-style velcro shoes for women. This velcro shoe from Grasshoppers is shown in black. I have it in blue. Comfortable and lightweight -- you will love it.
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2. New Balance WW811V - Women's - Velcro Bone

These velcro shoes add stability when walking. Synthetic upper provides lightweight comfort. Single density polyurethane for lightweight cushioning.
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3. Propet Vista Walker Velcro - Women's

Same comfort features as the original Vista Walker, but with the added convenience of velcro closures. This velcro shoe has soft leather uppers along with removable cushioned orthotic for great support. Padded collar and tongue for extra comfort.
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4. Etonic Lites - Velcro - Women's

Etonic Lites is a golf shoe. Water resistant leather uppers have a wide velcro strap that ensures a snug fit. Grippers are built into rubber outsole for traction.
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5. Drew Shoe Women's Blitz Velcro Walking Shoe

Great-looking athletic style velcro shoes that incorporate comfort features. Has added deoth -- you can customize your fit with two removable footbeds. Rocker bottom with wide shank adds to the shoe's comfort and performance. A polyurethane, EVA and Dri-Lex insole keeps the foot cool and dry. Can be used with prescribed orthotics.
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6. Aerosoles Women's Skip Tease Velcro Casual

Featuring two-tone suede uppers and contrast stitching, EVA soles, and a pair of velcro straps for easy on and off. These velcro shoes are a perfect match for jeans and other casual favorites in your wardrobe.
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7. Converse Unisex Chuck Taylor Denim Velcro Shoes

Denim upper. 3 velcro closure straps. Rubber outsole provides good traction. Men should order 1/2 size down from normal size -- women order 2 sizes down from normal.
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8. Propet Leather Velcro Sandals

Ultra soft upper with one buckle and two velcro straps. Supportive, yet lightweight. Has one inch heel.
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9. Rieker Women's Annett 70 Double Velcro Sandal

Front, back, and and instep straps with hook and loop velcro closures. Has cushioned insole and fleixble polyurethane outsole.
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10. RIDER Women's Key II Velcro Slide

Lightweight and well-cushioned velcro slide is perfect for summer months. The velcro adjustment makes this slide wearable for women who find most slides too loose.
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