Snug Base Fit

• Crocs took the old clog design and added a form-fitting sole to provide proper support for your particular foot. This type of support helps keep your weight distributed evenly so one part of your foot does not bear the brunt of your weight. The design also encourages you to walk properly, keeping your back and hips lined up correctly to prevent back and joint pain.
  
  

Plastic Design

• Most nursing shoes now come with a protective coating of some sort to make the shoes easy to clean. Crocs have always been made out of a soft plastic. Ease of cleaning is important to help reduce the spread of germs and infection both at the hospital and at home. The plastic is thick and adds some protection against sharp objects, which can be dropped in the medical setting. Unlike other nursing shoes, this plastic comes in a variety of colors; depending on the hospital policy, you can add a little bit of personality to your footwear.
  
  

Elevated Heel

• The elevated heel has been a preferred type of design since clogs started appearing in hospitals. It encourages you to walk forward and not clomp too hard on your heel bone, which can lead to heel spurs. The elevated heel tends to keep you from rocking back when standing still, also pushing your spine in a straight upward position to give you better body mechanics. Depending on your height, this can also add a bit of an advantage when you have to reach for things in the hospital or give you a bit of an edge over your patients when you are working to transport them from bed to chair or otherwise.
  
  

Varied Designs

• While most styles are vented to help keep your feet cool, you can choose the style that best fits you. Some are better for those with a narrow foot while others facilitate a wider toe range. The shoes come with full closed backs or you can choose to have a simple strap. The strap allows you to adjust according to how tightly you prefer your fit. This version removes easily, which can be nice if you try to keep your shoes out of the home and avoid cross contamination.