Ahinsa Vegan Shoes (designed by Physiotherapists)
Ahinsa Shoes are are handmade in Croatia and Czech Republic. They look a bit different, but that’s because they have been designed by a physiotherapist, who noticed all his good work was undone, when patients would then stuff their feet into badly-fitting shoes.
Made with quality vegan materials (in styles from shoes to sneakers to sandals and winter boots), these are designed to follow the natural shape of your foot, and to last millions of steps.
Choosing the Right Shoes for Healthy Feet
Shoes shape our feet just as much as nature does. Uncomfortable shoes squash, rub, or force feet into unnatural positions, leading to pain and long-term problems. Good shoes support natural movement.
Shoes that pinch or pile pressure on certain points can trigger bunions, blisters, or corns. Flat, unsupportive soles strain tendons. High heels shorten calf muscles. Even trainers can slip if too tight or unsupportive.
Depending on style, the shoes are in vegan leather or suede (winter shoes), hemp or linen (summer shoes) or winter boots with vegan fur lining to keep your toes toasty (tested in freezing Finnish temperatures!)
Tips for Everyday Shoe Selection
Pick shoes as carefully as you’d pick a mattress or pillow. Support should start at the heel, with a snug but gentle fit around the whole foot.
Shoe shopping checklist:
- Try on new shoes later in the day, as feet swell
- Stand and walk in shoes before buying
- Check for a thumb’s width of space at the tip
- Prioritise breathability and soft materials
- For bunions: Look for extra width and no seams by the big toe
- For blisters: Seek smooth linings and flexible uppers
- For flat feet: Find gentle but firm arch support
Work shoes should cushion and stabilise. Exercise shoes need shock absorption and flexibility. For leisure, let your feet relax in lightweight, open styles.
