Podstory SeniorStep XVI — Elderly Care EVA Sandals

The Podstory SeniorStep XVI is developed in collaboration with geriatric care specialists to address the specific footwear requirements of adults aged 65 and above, where fall prevention, joint pain relief, and ease of dressing are the primary criteria for sandal selection. The extra-deep heel cup of 22 mm with a 20-degree medial cant corrects the progressive hindfoot valgus alignment deformity common in older adults, reducing the risk of lateral ankle roll that accounts for 40% of fall-related injuries in the 65-plus population. The foam formulation uses a slow-recovery viscoelastic EVA blend that responds to the reduced gait velocity of elderly walkers by maintaining full cushioning effect even at walking speeds below 0.8 meters per second, unlike standard EVA that requires impact velocity to activate shock absorption. Strap closures use large-format hook-and-loop fasteners measuring 60 mm in width, easily managed by individuals with reduced fine motor control associated with arthritis or Parkinson’s disease tremor. The footbed color contrast is enhanced with a 15% higher luminance toe zone marking, aiding placement visibility for individuals with reduced visual acuity. Metatarsal pad positioning addresses the fat pad atrophy common in elderly forefoot anatomy, where the natural cushioning tissue thins with age. Raised forefoot rocker geometry facilitates the toe-off phase of walking for individuals with reduced ankle plantarflexion strength. Meets ASTM F2913 fall prevention slip resistance requirement. Weight per pair: 225 g in size US 9.