The most comfortable scrubs & shoes for long shifts
Nurses are some of the hardest working medical professionals out there, and working long shifts can be challenging. Whether you're on your feet all day, or sitting in front of a computer screen for hours at a time, it's important to make sure that you are as comfortable as possible during your nursing shift.
That comfort usually comes from the type of shoes and scrubs worn by the nurse. The shoes they wear and the nurse scrubs they choose will make a difference in how long they can work during their shift, as well as how much energy they have to do their job.
Unfortunately, not all shoes and scrubs are the same! There are so many different options and styles to choose from. Some things to consider when deciding on what style of shoes to wear are how long you will be on your feet, do you need arch support, traction, and how versatile the shoe is.
A study conducted by HermanMiller Healthcare showed that the average nurse can walk up to 4 miles during a 12- hour shift.
The type of shoe a nurse wears can make or break the shift! A bad shoe can lead to back problems, knee problems, hip pain, or plantar fasciitis. Finding the right shoe will eliminate the chances for soreness or injury.
At the end of the day, the most important thing is finding a pair with whom you will feel comfortable enough to work the entire shift and deliver the greatest possible treatment to each patient! Here is a list of the top five shoe brands worn by nurses.
Screengrab from the Dansko website.
All of these brands have different styles to suit the needs of every foot! A good pair of shoes or sneakers can provide all-day comfort and support for nurses on their feet all day long. Besides for comfortable footwear, scrubs also play a role in how comfy the nurse will actually be.
Nurses spend their shifts bouncing from room to room, sitting to standing, and lifting patients. Having on the right scrubs will make all of those tasks much easier. The type of scrubs being worn can tell you a lot about a nurse. Some nurses like them for fitting with the cuffed bottoms. Other nurses prefer looser scrubs with a lot of pockets. It’s all about preference and ensuring the job gets done! Body shape, color, price, functionality, and durability also play a factor in which type of scrubs a nurse will choose to wear. Picture sitting at the nurses station trying to chart an assessment but your scrub top doesn’t fit right.
All you will think about is how uncomfortable you are! Don’t do that to yourself! Just like with shoes, there are so many options to choose from when finding the right pair of scrubs. Here is a list of the top 5 scrub brands that nurses wear.
Screengrab from the Figs website.
Each brand has different styles that suit each body type. If you are a nurse looking for shoes and scrubs, take the time to do your research. Be comfortable and confident knowing you are providing the best care possible!