News Health update Our roundup of research, news and tips If the shoe fits People with osteoarthritis could be offered specially adapted shoes to help with knee pain. The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) says research shows the Apos footwear, which uses rubber pods on the soles, can help improve pain and stiffness in the knee. Further studies on the clinical effectiveness and cost benefit is needed, but initial research is promising. PP05-07_Inspire_Summer 2023_Health News.indd 5 17/05/2023 12:01