Cindy M.
“I love my Cadense sneakers, I call them my confidence shoes.”
Reviews & Testimonials
Hear what our Cadense Community is saying about our adaptive trainers.
Cindy M.
Cindy M., age 73, lives with MS and experiences significant foot drop — but thanks to her Cadense sneakers, she’s found a renewed sense of confidence. She affectionately calls them her “confidence shoes” because they’ve allowed her to return to all the activities she loves, from cooking and baking to shopping, doing laundry, and attending her SilverSneakers workouts at Elliott Fitness.
Cindy says the shoes fit perfectly even with her orthotics and perform beautifully on both carpet and hardwood floors. Most importantly, she no longer fears tripping or falling when she’s out visiting friends or moving around at home. For her, Cadense has made everyday movement easier, safer, and more enjoyable.
Gretta F.
“I was really pleased with the amount of ground clearance I get.”
Gretta F.
Gretta, age 45, lives with spastic cerebral palsy that primarily affects her legs and walking ability. During a recent physical therapy session, she tried Cadense shoes for the first time — and was pleasantly surprised by how well they fit. She didn’t even need a wide width, comfortably wearing a standard medium size.
Gretta first tested the shoes while using her walker and, after gaining confidence, transitioned to walking with her crutches. She was thrilled by how much easier it felt to move and by the improved ground clearance she achieved — something she’s struggled with for years. For Gretta, Cadense shoes made walking feel smoother, more stable, and more empowering.
Dr. Charles Lockwood
“Physical Therapist”
Dr. Charles Lockwood
Dr. Charles Lockwood, a clinician experienced in treating patients with foot drop, shares that Cadense shoes offer a unique and thoughtful approach to mobility support. While they don’t “fix” foot drop or function like an AFO, he explains that they help in several meaningful ways: by reducing tripping episodes through their smooth, frictionless glide; minimizing compensations like exaggerated stepping; and providing helpful biofeedback through the sound of the pucks.
Dr. Lockwood also notes that the design keeps muscles active — allowing the calves and dorsiflexors to stay engaged, which may promote better function and reduce long-term reliance on bracing. Lightweight and intelligently designed, he says Cadense shoes demonstrate that mobility aids don’t have to mean giving up progress — sometimes it’s about finding the right tool to keep moving forward.
Brooke M.
“These shoes are so important to me. I wear them every single day.”
Brooke M.
Heaven E.
“I've been able to walk without my walker!”
Heaven E.
Glenn
“I can count 4-5 times when I haven't tripped because Cadense has helped me out.”
Glenn
Watch Dr. Gretchen's Review of Cadense Trainers
Doctor Gretchen Hawley is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Certified MS Specialist. Through her program the MSing Link she teaches science-backed exercises that simultaneously rebuild and rewire neurological pathways while increasing muscular strength.
She's put our Cadense Adaptive Trainers to the test – see her review below:
Dennis A
“I used to fall and in the last few months I haven't fallen at all.”
Dennis A
Rhonda
“Thanks to Cadense I have been able to improve how I move my leg.”
Rhonda
Traci C.
“I love them. They have been just a game changer.”
Traci C.
Cindy E.
“I can walk and don't have to worry about stumbling. This is wonderful!”
Cindy E.
Martha
“My balance is so much better now.”
Martha
Suzanne
“Cadense shoes have changed my life completely.”
Suzanne
Dr. Elyse Newland – Cadense Trainers Review
In a new review video, Dr. Elyse Newland, Certified Stroke Rehab Specialist and founder of Post Stroke, shares her insights on Cadense Adaptive Trainers alongside stroke survivor and board president, Clive. The video covers key features of the trainers, their benefits for people with foot drop, and personal perspectives from both Elyse and Clive.
Let customers speak for us
Community Spotlight: Kevin H.
Kevin has been part of the Cadense Community from the beginning on. He has been part of our Beta Study and was one of the first to try and train with Cadense Adaptive Trainers. In our Community Spotlight he and his wife Jaime share his journey and how the trainers benefitted him.
