These shoes have made it possible for me to walk like a human, smoothly and with confidence. Starting about five years ago, I developed gait problems that we thought would be corrected following hip replacement, but as it happened, a spinal tumor was the actual cause of the specific issues. So I had that removed, and a follow up procedure to release a nerve that was impinged because of the way I compensated for the gait issues. However, I still lurched and hobbled and one foot dragged… But not anymore! I found your shoes, bought two pair to try, and just bought two more! I gave one to a friend with similar foot rolling and balance issues and she noticed a difference at once with stability and comfort, and now she walks better too!
Now, if they didn’t have Velcro (I hate Velcro! But I get it. Some people might have trouble with a slip on or tying regular laces) they’d be perfect! And if you could make a prettier sandal (sorry, that one is just ugly) I’d buy it in every color as well! THANK YOU!
Easy to use and works pretty well. My white shoes got dirty so fast and this product allows me to wear them again!!
This shoe is a great asset along with your physical therapy. The Owner really wants to make the best shoe and tries very hard to do that.
My toe caught and I suffered a fall about six months ago with my right foot—the one that drops. The repair sets my mind at ease. I give it a four because of the cost—$20 to fix a flaw in the shoe design is asking a lot.
No more tripping. These things are awesome. Probably going to get a second pair.
I have had MS for 12 years. I started getting foot drop in the last year. I struggled to walk and started getting lower back pain. I put these babies on and I’m all good. Very happy!
I have drop foot and my mother in law has MS. I also had ankle reconstructive surgery and then had it partially fused. I bought a pair to try as the only shoes I could wear were Hoka. I loved them so much, I got a pair for my mother in law. She had just fell due to the shoes she was wearing and broke her hip. We both love them and walk so much better in them. I can’t go back to my older shoes anymore. Best shoes ever! We’re going to buy another pair when they are in stock. Can’t thank you enough for totally changing our life.
My walk has improved since I bought my Csdense. I had a stroke 10 years ago.My walk was clumsy and slow even woth a brace. When I saw an ad for Cadense shoes, why not give it a try. My walk improved with brace and shoes immensely.
These shoes are absolutely AMAZING! I feel so much more balanced and secure while walking.
Had left knee replacement in Dec & right in May. Ended up with a drop right foot. Could not pick right foot up to walk first month! Bought Cadense & for me was a game changer! Could not be happier, still working hard in PT, but at least I feel I’m making progress every day. Baby steps. My whole attitude has improved as I feel these shoes have given me hope.
This is easy to add to your Cadense shoe. I found it especially helpful toward the end of the day when I get more fatigued and my foot drop is more severe and I get that “stutter step” that really wears me out. It does, however, change the “toe off” part of the gait. I found that earlier in the day my other non-modified Cadense shoes help me with that proper “toe off” part of my gait.
I’ve been teaching for 36 years. I’m retiring at the end of this school year 2026! I started to get foot drop in 2012. Later that summer, I had an MRI. My doctor discovered I had MS. I wish I had Cadense shoes back then or discovered them before my last year of teaching. What a great way to end my career! ❤️
My husband has MS and was tripping with his walker. I took a chance and ordered the shoes to surprise him and they are all he wears. They’re made so well and fantastic! Thank you.
Love the all black. This color allows the shoe to blend with my pants.
I could not walk prior to using Cadence shoes! I am so appreciative for these shoes. Even my Physical Therapist has been amazed . I recommend these shoes to anyone with Neuropathy.
The shoes allow me to walk with confidence. No more falls. They are easy to put on and comfortable. After the last time I fell because my tennis shoes got stuck I thought I would have to get a wheelchair. With the Cadence shoes and a walker I can go anywhere confidently.
I have foot drop and I have fallen a couple of times which is not good. Since I got these shoes I don't fall and I walk so much better. I don't want to wear another shoe. My son said they are my magic shoes. I can walk with just a cane instead of a walker. I will buy another pair in a different color.
I have MS and have foot drop on my right foot along with weakness on my right leg. I don't have to 'tuck and roll' like I did too many times to mention. The slide feature on the shoes are wonderful!!
Hi there im going buy a pair of these trainers as I have mild case of several palse not sure if if I spellt it right? but with my condition I have a tenancy, to lift my heels up and drag feet i sometimes lose my balance so I think cadenes trainers will help
Here’s my honest review of my Cadense Original Women’s Adaptive Shoe
Fit (without AFO): ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Fit (with hardshell AFO): ⭐️⭐️
Style: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Durability: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I had really hoped that this shoe would fit over my hardshell AFO, which is currently shaped like half a pirate boot. I couldn’t get it on until in the office at Hanger Clinic, and the orthotis specialist showed me how to open it as wide as possible. It was a tight and very uncomfortable fit - I am a size 8 1/2 M normally. He recommended going up to size 9, possibly W. However, I’m not willing to buy a single left shoe, as I will have my orthosis cut down in about a month to lighten it at the ankle. It may fit better then.
The glide feature is a little odd at first, but I appreciate that my draggy left foot doesn’t “catch” or stick to hard floors. It’s fine going down carpeted stairs, and on hard stairs, I’m careful to really plant and weight-transfer to each heel.
I love how they look, and how light they are compared to my old full-leather NB walking shoes (the left has to be half unlaced to fit the foot and ankle of the AFO).
But the clack-clack sound of the glide pieces on hardwood floors is pretty annoying. I can’t lift my left foot at the ankle much yet, so can’t plant my heel without a lot of effort and contortion.
After getting my AFO cut back to make it more flexible and lighter, I may be able to report back with more stars if it improves the fit. Not ready to buy a single left 9W yet.
