Airport Safe/Steel Free footwear refers to footwear made without the use of steel. In order to provide basic support and stability, shoes generally feature a metal plate called a shank, which is located within the sole and right below the arch. Airport Safe/Steel Free shoes replace this steel structure with a composite, non-metal shank that will not trigger metal detectors, yet still offers the same support.
About Arthritic Shoes:
Arthritic Shoes are shoes that protect arthritic feet from joint inflammation, pain, and swelling. Arthiritic Shoes are designed to offer padding to ease the aches of arthritis. In addition, some Arthritic Shoes include closures such as a hook-and-loop fasteners which are easy to use for those with arthritic hands.