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Z-Coil shoes

By AMY SCHERZER, Times Staff Writer

© St. Petersburg Times, published April 12, 2002

You set your clock back, now spring ahead. Z-Coil shoes will have you bouncing on a patented spring system that claims to reduce ground force impact by 50 percent. The shoes are designed for pain management, with more cushioning than average shoes. The built-in orthotic cradles the foot to give better stability and support, important for anyone with back pain or arthritis. Choose from walking, hiker, sandal, clogs and other styles for men and women. Prices start at $129. The Z-Coil footwear is available at A Express Shoe Repair, 1910 N Himes Ave. Call (813) 873-2615.

You set your clock back, now spring ahead. Z-Coil shoes will have you bouncing on a patented spring system that claims to reduce ground force impact by 50 percent. The shoes are designed for pain management, with more cushioning than average shoes. The built-in orthotic cradles the foot to give better stability and support, important for anyone with back pain or arthritis. Choose from walking, hiker, sandal, clogs and other styles for men and women. Prices start at $129. The Z-Coil footwear is available at A Express Shoe Repair, 1910 N Himes Ave. Call (813) 873-2615.

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