Are you flat-footed and have been experiencing foot or leg pain? Furthermore, have you been diagnosed with overpronation and have been looking for a pair of supportive sandals? Overpronation is a condition in which the arches of the feet roll inwards or downwards when walking, and it is also commonly known and referred to as flat feet. In this post, I will help you find the best women’s sandals for overpronation based on my many years of shoe fitting experience.
I have noticed that something so simple such as wearing a pair of shoes with arch support has a tremendous impact on the way you walk. However, you also need to keep in mind that overpronation can come from the ankles too. So, if your ankles are turning inwards or outwards it will result in your feet not being able to be straight.
About Overpronation — What You Need to Know
When women overpronate, they put pressure on parts of their bodies where they are not supposed to, and this leads to foot and leg pain, as well as other serious issues in the future such as lower back problems. Below you can find an image of a woman who has flat feet and overpronation:
If you are overpronating you must wear a pair of good supportive sandals. By good supportive sandals, I mean sandals that provide good arch as well as ankle support. The good news is that I recently found a specific sandal style that has been the most effective one in treating overpronation, and will also help align your feet and help you walk straighter. Take a look at an image of the same woman wearing a pair of the sandals that I recommend:
Most women that are flat-footed tend to overpronate, since when they are weight bearing, their feet tend to collapse and turn inwards due to not having an arch to prevent the feet from collapsing. However, a shoe/sandal with sufficient arch support will prevent your feet from collapsing.
Finding a good pair of sandals that you can use if you have overpronation can be a challenging thing, especially if you don’t know what styles to look for. In addition to providing good arch support, you need to find a pair of sandals that will fit the shape of your feet perfectly, since sandals that are too narrow or too wide will make you more prone to developing foot issues such as blisters, calluses, and corns.
There are certain sandals that have proven to be the best ones for helping treat and prevent overpronation. Women love the sandals I recommend because they are extremely versatile, and they can wear them for short/long distance walks or different types of activities due to the great amount of support that they provide.
Sandals for Women with Overpronation — Additional Before and After Images
Let’s start by taking a look at an image of a flat-footed woman standing barefoot. Do you notice how her feet are collapsing and turning inwards?
Before Image
Now let’s take a look at an image of the same woman standing in a pair of the supportive sandals I recommend. Do you notice how her feet are a lot straighter? The substantial outsole of the sandal is preventing the woman’s feet from collapsing.
After Image
In addition, these sandals come with a footbed that provides an internal support mechanism that is anatomically engineered to provide excellent arch support and cradle the natural contours of the foot.
Before I show you a list of the best women’s sandals for overpronation, I want to first make sure you know your exact foot size and the features that these sandals have to offer.
Are You 100% Sure You Know Your Exact Foot Size? – Let’s Find Out!
Keep in mind that to get all the benefits and features that a good pair of sandals provides, you must wear them in the correct shoe size. Most women are walking around with sandals that are either too short or too narrow for their feet.
One of the most important features that your sandals need to have is that they must fit the shape of your feet perfectly. It’s important to know your exact foot size, especially if you are going to be buying your sandals online. Start by reading an article that describes the simplest, yet most effective way to figure out your foot size from home. Please click on the link below:
How To Measure Your Foot Size – The Most Simple And Effective Way!
Features of Sandals for Overpronation – Keep Your Feet Healthy!
The sandals I recommend provide key features that are optimal for women with overpronation. Please take a look at these features below:
1️⃣ Arch Support/Shock Absorption: This feature helps prevent your feet from collapsing and turning inwards. The shock absorption reduces the impact that your feet take every time they come in contact with the ground and relieve the stress on your feet and legs.
2️⃣ Heel Support: This feature helps protect and support your heels and ankles by minimizing the impact that your heels take every time they come in contact with the ground.
3️⃣ Good Traction: The sandals provide great traction, so you can confidently walk around on wet surfaces.
4️⃣ Adjustable hook-and-loop strap: This will allow you to put them on and take them off easily.
5️⃣ Lightweight and Flexible: While these sandals are supportive, they are still lightweight and flexible to prevent your feet and legs from easily getting tired. Your sandals should always bend at the ball of the foot but no further. Although, it’s important for your sandals to be flexible but not too flexible, otherwise they won’t provide enough support.
Now that you know how which are the most important features the sandals I recommend provide, let’s take a look at a selection of the best women’s sandals for overpronation.
To your advantage, I am here to make things easy for you and show you a selection of the best women’s sandals for overpronation that I have fitted before. I know the amount of support and quality that these shoes provide since I have fitted them before and with different women’s feet.
Kindly note that I only review styles that I have fitted before since that is the only way for me to tell how well-made the shoes are, the amount of support that they provide, and how they fit. Disclosure: Keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you click our links and make purchases.
The Best Women’s Sandals for Overpronation — Let’s Support Your Flat Feet!
Below you can find a selection of the best women’s sandals for overpronation. Please click on the image to see all the different colors that the sandals are available in.
- Fits women with medium and wide feet
- EVA footbed provides an internal support mechanism that is anatomically engineered to provide excellent arch support and cradle the natural contours of the foot
- Cleansport NXT™ for natural odor control
- Quick-dry lining
- Order this sandal half a size larger than your longest foot size
- Available in medium, wide, and extra wide widths
- Lightweight ergonomic outsoles with a mild rocker design provide superior cushioning and enhance stability
- Soft straps with extra foam padding eliminate irritation and provide superior comfort and protection for sensitive feet
- 3 points of adjustability
- Order this sandal half a size larger than your longest foot size
- Available in narrow, medium, and wide widths
- Supportive outsole
- Targeted cushion and support right below the heels
- 2 points of adjustability
- Order this sandal half a size larger than your longest foot size
- Fits women with medium and wide feet
- Handstitched leather upper
- Podiatrist certified arch support
- Mini rocker outsole for improved pressure distribution
- Order this sandal half a size larger than your longest foot size
- Fits women with medium and wide feet
- Handstitched leather upper
- Podiatrist certified arch support
- Mini rocker outsole for improved pressure distribution
- Order this sandal half a size larger than your longest foot size
- Fits women with medium and wide feet
- Made of acrylic and polyamide felt fibers, this material is a soft fabric with a smooth leather-like finish
- The suede lined, contoured footbed will mold to the shape of your foot creating a custom footbed that supports and cradles you each and every step
- Anatomically correct cork footbed, crafted from cork that is 100% renewable and sustainable, encourages foot health
- Order this sandal half a size larger than your longest foot size
- Available in medium, wide, and extra wide widths
- Multiple cushioning layers provide pillow-like support that works wonders to enhance comfort and help ease pain on the foot and heel
- Ergonomic soles with a mild rocker design and superior cushioning enhance stability
- Order this sandal half a size larger than your longest foot size
- Available in narrow, medium, and wide widths
- A broad, contoured footbed features soft Super Suede™ linings that molds to the natural arches and curves of your foot for maximum comfort and shock absorption
- It offers multi-layered Tripad® cushions designed to comfort all three pressure points: the inside ball, outside ball and heel for all-day support
- 3 points of adjustability
- Order this sandal half a size larger than your longest foot size
- Available in medium, wide, and extra wide widths
- Ergonomically designed insole with contoured support.
- Thick comfortable EVA foam midsole
- 3 points of adjustability
- Order this sandal half a size larger than your longest foot size
- Fits women with medium and wide feet
- Lightweight EVA-foam midsole adds extra cushioning for maximum comfort
- Rugged Rubber outsole stands up to abuse and supplies great traction
- 3 points of adjustability
- Order this sandal half a size larger than your longest foot size
- Fits women with medium and wide feet
- 100% leather
- Mini rocker outsole for improved pressure distribution
- Cushioned footbed with podiatrist certified arch support to help absorb impact while standing or walking
- Order this sandal half a size larger than your longest foot size
- Available in medium and wide widths
- 3 adjustable velcro straps
- Lightweight ergonomic outsoles with a mild rocker design provide superior cushioning and enhance stability
- Quick-dry lining
- Order this sandal half a size larger than your longest foot size
- Available in medium and wide widths
- 3 adjustable velcro straps
- Lightweight ergonomic outsoles with a mild rocker design provide superior cushioning and enhance stability
- Arch support
- Comfort cushioned insole
- Order this sandal half a size larger than your longest foot size
Plus… Physical therapists also recommend these particular sandals for women who have foot issues such as overpronation, rolled ankles, or foot and leg pain.
Complications of Overpronation – Take Prompt Action!
You should be aware that overpronation leads to strain on the big and second toe and impacts the stability of the foot. The excessive rotation of the foot can lead to more rotation of the tibia in the lower leg, making yourself more prone to knee pain and shin splints (also referred to as medial tibial stress syndrome).
Due to overpronation, there is also an elevated risk of injury and heel pain that may be the result of the stress on the ligaments and tendons of the foot.
Lastly, overpronation could lead to the following minor to severe foot issues:
- Back and hip pain
- Foot rigidity
- Ankle sprain and foot instability
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Hammer toes and claw toes
If you notice any of these symptoms, start by consulting a doctor or physical therapist. They will be able to lead you on to the next steps to take, which could be wearing good supportive shoes, being fitted for an orthotic, or both!
Do You Also Need a Pair of Everyday Sneakers?
If you also need a pair of everyday sneakers I suggest that you take a look at the article below:
The Best Women’s Shoes for Overpronation – Let’s Stop your Foot and Leg Pain!
Do you happen to have a child who is flat-footed and is experiencing foot and leg pain? I actually wrote an article where I describe the best children’s sandals for overpronation. Please click on the link below:
Sandals for Kids with Overpronation – Let’s Prevent Foot and Leg Pain During the Summer!
Are You Having a Hard Time Finding Shoes for Your Foot Shape?
Contact us! Have you tried the sandals that I recommend in this article? Have you found another style that has worked well for your overpronation? Please share your thoughts and experiences in the comments section below so other women can benefit from your experiences. Alternatively, you can send us your queries or feedback via e-mail to:
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Hello, could you please write the brand and style of each suggestion as well. Thank you!
Hello Pia,
If you click on the image of the specific sandal you like you should be redirected to a website that sells that specific model and you will find the style number and name of the brand as well.
Thank you!
Hello Pia,
I am happy to help!
can you help and advise
I have knock knees and painful knees with loss of cartilage
can I correct my gait with good pair of sandals – do not understand supination and overpronation
only pain in my knees and walking incorrectly
Hello Anna,
Do you know whether you have healthy arches, flat feet, or high arches? Supination usually occurs in people who have high arches, while overpronation occurs in people who have flat feet. To recommend specific shoes for your feet I also need to know whether you have narrow, medium, wide, or extra wide feet.