TDO Therapy

TDO Therapy: handmade orthopaedic and diabetic footwear in wide fittings

TDO Therapy is a UK footwear retailer specialising in wide-fitting orthopaedic and diabetic shoes. Its range covers women's and men's models, from trainers and lace-up shoes to ballet flats and boots, built around the needs of people with common foot conditions. The company describes its shoes as handmade in its own factory and classifies them as Class I medical devices, CE-marked and registered with the MHRA.

The catalogue is organised by fitting width, from EE up to 6E, and by condition, so that buyers can narrow the range according to a specific problem rather than by style alone.

Footwear organised by condition

Beyond the men's and women's sections, the shop groups its products by the foot problems they are intended to address. The conditions listed include arthritis, back pain, bunions, corns and calluses, diabetes, flat feet, hammer toes, high arches, knee pain, metatarsalgia, Morton's neuroma, neuropathy, oedema and lymphoedema, orthotics, plantar fasciitis and swollen feet. Each condition has its own selection of shoes, and the site also offers dedicated pages for plantar fasciitis, metatarsalgia, bunions and swollen feet.

Construction features described by the company

According to the information published on the site, the shoes share a set of design characteristics aimed at reducing pressure and accommodating the shape of the foot:

• Seam-free leather lining to limit friction.
• Extra depth to accommodate orthotics.
• Wider fittings to allow for swelling.
• Arch support, extra cushioning and a wide toe box.
• Removable insoles for customisation.
• Adjustable closures and seamless interiors.

The company states that these features make the footwear suitable for conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, plantar fasciitis and bunions.

Foot health and support products

Alongside shoes, the catalogue includes a foot health section. It covers foot comfort creams, lotions and oils, heel and toe solutions, and medical socks, among them compression socks and diabetic-friendly socks. The range extends to orthopaedic supports and braces for the ankle and foot, bunions and forefoot, calf and leg, elbow and arm, foot drop and knee.

Product examples and pricing shown in the catalogue

The shop displays named models with their reference codes. Examples include the Flex women's wide-fit orthopaedic trainers (TDO 609-W) at GBP 179.00, the Windsor men's orthopaedic diabetic shoes (TDO 208-M) at GBP 139.00, the Lily women's wide-fit orthopaedic shoes (TDO 803-W) at GBP 139.00, the Glide women's orthopaedic diabetic shoes with white sole (TDO 606.17-W) at GBP 139.00 and the Melody women's wide-fit orthopaedic ballet flats (TDO 111-W) at GBP 139.00. Other models named in the range include the Forge women's extra wide-fit lace-up boots (TDO 415.20-W), the Ashby men's extra wide-fit shoes (TDO 615.20-UNI), the Ease men's extra wide-fit shoes (TDO 617.20-UNI) and the Kent men's extra wide-fit shoes (TDO 201.20-M).

Fitting service at the Farnham showroom

The company offers a free shoe fitting with advice from its specialist team at its Farnham showroom in Surrey. The service is presented as tailored to individual foot care needs, and appointments can be booked through the site. The showroom is also where customers can try the range in person before buying.

Customer feedback

The site displayed a rating based on 13 reviews at the time of writing this profile, with 77% of reviewers giving the top score, 15% the next level and 8% the level below that. Individual comments describe experiences with the fitting service, telephone and messaging support for customers who do not live near the shop, and the comfort of specific models, including a customer who reported relief from friction caused by an ossified toe joint.

Buying terms and guidance

The shop advertises free shipping and exchanges, immediate processing and shipping of orders, secure payment and a 30-day risk-free return policy. It also publishes explanatory articles on fitting topics, such as the difference between Velcro and lace-up shoes for wide feet and the distinction between a high instep and a high arch.