Hypermobility and choice of shoes?!

The way I understand it, your muscles have to work harder to support you. In your feet, they also have to support your weight. Using supporting shoes will help take some of the pressure off your feet and knees. They will also help your knees stay better aligned. I can definitely feel the difference if I wear flip flops now. Whether or not you find shoes attractive is a subjective thing. I switched over to Keen's and Dansko. I like "The Walking Company" for nice, well fit, and supportive shoes that aren't ugly.

I've found that any shoes which support my arch help to ease knee pain. They can be harder to find than others but they are out there

It's hard to find the right shoe because every foot is different. Personally, I like Sauconys. They support my feet nicely and so do some Nikes. Really any running shoe should be good. If you're flat footed like I am (and flat feet can be caused by hypermobility) then you may consider using orthotics. My physical therapist said that using orthotics to help with my flat feet will end up supporting both my knees and ankles because they promote better alignment. If that's not the case with you, then alright, but if you are flat footed, then I hope this advice helps

I have found that properly supported shoes make a world of difference to the rest of my joints. When I buy shoes, I look for a decent arch (I then have to add my own insoles as I have fallen arches), laces so I can fully tighten the shoes and have maximum support, and also tend to go for boot style shoes as my ankles are useless.... My best shoes for hypermobility have got to be dr martens, but i also often wear high top converses laced up tightly, and high top black slazenger trainers for work.

I'm new to this site and seen your post. My daughter who is 11 has been diagnosed with hyper mobility disorder. What has helped you get through this. Cause she has been in physical therapy but still has a lot pain. What has helped you