Friendly Shoes is truly a friendly shoe company. Clinician founded (by an occupational therapist), this shoe company has created and patented a zipper system that allows for easy entry. The discrete adaptations allow for a fashionable shoe without sacrificing comfort. The Voyage shoe includes an easy front access while the Excursion has an easy rear access that also includes a discrete eyelet tab that you can grasp easily for pulling open or closed or with a dressing stick. The rear access of the Excursion accommodates braces as well as wide feet. The outsoles also feature an anti-slip component for better stability. Comfortable, stylish options that are functional make Friendly Shoes one of the best choices on the market. (Image by Friendly Shoes)

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BILLY Footwear produces great universal shoes that blend fashion with function. The sleek zipper goes from the side of the shoe, along the front toe, allowing the top to fold over that gives easy entry. They have options for all ages with a wide variety of colors and designs to choose from. BILLY Footwear has grown with such popularity, you can find them now on Zappos and Nordstroms, as well as their website. (Image by BILLY footwear)

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Nike FlyEase has a wide collection of shoes that provide a variety of adaptive and universal options for quick, easy on/off and even hands-free footwear. The variety of designs allow consumers to find the shoe that will meet their needs, including velcro and zipper options. The highly anticipated Nike Go FlyEase is completely hands free with a tension band and hinge system. As you step into the shoe, all you have to do is step down and lock it into position. To take off the shoe, just step on the back to click open. (Image by Nike)

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KIZIK is a newer brand that has really caught my eye. It is a portfolio company of HandsFree Labs, an organization which creates Foot Activated Shoe Technology (F.A.S.T.) solutions. HandsFree Labs boasts investment from Nike and seems to be on the path for great innovation when it comes to hands free options. This hands free shoe utilizes a spring back heel so that when you slide your foot into the shoe and the heel compresses, the heel pops up securing your foot in place. KIZIK offers many styles to choose from for men and women. (Image by Kizik)

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KIZIK

A collection developed in collaboration with Zappos Adaptive, this popular brand features functional universal wear without sacrificing the fashionable fit and style Ugg is known for. This collaboration introduces new features for the different styles that provide options for the consumer. (Image by UGG)

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Classic Sorel styles with easy on off features with velcro straps or adaptive lace up closure. (Image by Sorel)

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Adaptable sneakers made to accommodate orthotics, braces and extra wide widths. The shoes are machine washable and have removable insoles. Each shoe has a toe guard for extra protection as well as extra long adjustable straps. (Image by Stride Rite)

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Stride Rite

Plae offers an adaptive friendly kids shoe with a variety of different options for low and high tops. The orthotic friendly styles have a higher ankle support with a wider entry point and breathable material, making them ideal for pairing with ankle-foot orthotics. (Image by Plae)

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