# How to choose nurses' footwear that is both fashionable and protective at work?

> Good footwear at work is extremely important. If you spend a lot of time on your feet at work, you already know this.

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### Why are orthopaedic shoes good for our feet?

The word "orthopaedic" comes from two Greek words: "ortho", meaning "correct", and "pedic", meaning foot. Together, these two words therefore mean “correct foot”.

Did you know that only about 20% of people have so-called "perfect feet"? The shape of these lucky people's feet is neutral enough that they need no additional support to help carry the weight of the body correctly. For the rest of us, investing in orthopaedic footwear can do a lot to resolve foot-related problems and even prevent pain in the lower back, hips or elsewhere in the body.

Think of it this way – your feet act as the foundation of your body. This means that any problems with their alignment can negatively affect the whole body. Orthopaedic shoes can prevent foot-related problems and also help treat existing foot problems.

They give your feet enough room to move, which can lead to better circulation. Besides correcting alignment problems, the right shoes can also keep the arches of your feet in excellent shape. If you look after your feet today, you are less likely to have problems in old age.

You may be one of those who still remember the days of the orthopaedic slip-ons worn by Yugoslav cooks, cleaners, shop assistants, waitresses and factory workers. Those were the beginnings of orthopaedic footwear, which has made enormous progress since then. Today's orthopaedic shoes look like ordinary shoes, in all possible colours and shapes. They can be comfortable, fashionable and up to date.

An example of such shoes is the [LISBETH ORTHOPAEDIC WOMEN'S WORK SLIP-ONS.](https://www.utg-vodnik.si/zascitna-obutev/nizki-delovni-cevlji/nizki-delovni-cevlji/ortopedski-natikaci-lisbeth)

### Slip-resistant shoes are key to your safety at work

Did you know that most workplace injuries happen because of slipping? Slip-resistant soles are one of the most important features of safety and professional footwear. That is why some higher-quality orthopaedic shoes today also feature a slip-resistant sole.

[Lisbeth orthopaedic women's work slip-ons](https://www.utg-vodnik.si/zascitna-obutev/nizki-delovni-cevlji/nizki-delovni-cevlji/ortopedski-natikaci-lisbeth) feature a rubber sole with Oxytraction® technology, which provides excellent grip on both dry and wet floors and meets the highest slip-resistance standards. SRC slip-resistant soles have passed both SRA and SRB slip-resistance tests, tested on both steel and ceramic surfaces.

### ESD or antistatic footwear

The clothes and shoes we wear generate electrostatic charges when we shift in a chair or walk across the floor. It can even occur through unintentional movement, when a shirt fabric rubs against the skin. Electrostatic energy can damage electronic components and prevents the risk of ignition caused by electrostatic charges. In combination with ESD flooring, antistatic shoes can prevent harmful build-up of static discharge.

[Lisbeth orthopaedic women's work slip-ons](https://www.utg-vodnik.si/zascitna-obutev/nizki-delovni-cevlji/nizki-delovni-cevlji/ortopedski-natikaci-lisbeth) are designed to reduce the build-up of excess static electricity by conducting the body's charge to the floor, while maintaining a sufficiently high level of electrical resistance.

[Lisbeth orthopaedic work slip-ons](https://www.utg-vodnik.si/zascitna-obutev/nizki-delovni-cevlji/nizki-delovni-cevlji/ortopedski-natikaci-lisbeth) are leather work shoes intended for all women who spend a lot of time on their feet. They comply with the EN ISO 20347 standard, which means they are breathable, have a removable high-quality insole and are free of toxic substances.

Their upper is water-repellent yet still breathes. The Coolmax® lining keeps your feet at body temperature and absorbs sweat if you perspire despite the shoe's breathability. Their sole leaves no marks, and thanks to the ultra-light EVA insert that absorbs energy, you will feel light on your feet all day.

Lisbeth orthopaedic work slip-ons are an ideal choice for workplace footwear. Hurry and get your pair, as stock is limited.