Naot
Naot Chief
APMA Seal of Acceptance
This shoe has been reviewed and accepted by the American Podiatric Medical Association. You can verify this record directly - no trust required.
Verify on APMA.org (Record #8285)Cushioning
moderate
Support
neutral
Heel Drop
38mm
Widths
D
Clinical Score
A composite score built from condition match, construction integrity, APMA verification, and fit range for Diabetic Neuropathy.
Strong Clinical Fit
Static score, not personalized. Take the Shoe Finder quiz for a recommendation matched to your specific answers.
Get My Personalized MatchWhy the Naot Chief Works
APMA Seal of Acceptance pid=8285 - Naot Chief - verified directly from APMA Seal Database July 2026
Removable anatomic cork and latex footbed accommodates custom orthotics
Hand-sewn Strobel construction for strength and flexibility
1.75-inch TPR sole with metal shank for structure
Padded heel cup and tongue for all-day comfort
Genuine leather upper with contrasting heel cup detail
One of the few true men's lace-up dress shoes with APMA acceptance
Conditions This Shoe Helps
Expert-matched for 2 foot conditions.
Plantar Fasciitis
medium matchRemovable anatomic cork and latex footbed accommodates custom orthotics, and the shoe carries a verified APMA Seal of Acceptance. This is a feature-based match, not a condition-specific clinical claim: orthotic compatibility and APMA acceptance support general foot health but do not independently establish plantar fasciitis treatment.
Learn about Plantar FasciitisDiabetic Neuropathy
medium matchNaot engineered this dress lace-up's anatomic footbed around custom orthotic use from the start, and the padded heel cup layers in cushioning protection for feet that may not register pressure the way healthy feet do.
Learn about Diabetic Neuropathy
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