Why Create Orthopedic Shoes?
Our founder, Michael Stover, turned pain into purpose. In August 2023, as a Type 2 Diabetic living with neuropathy, Michael underwent a partial toe amputation. At his follow-up appointment, his podiatrist, Dr. Melissa Perlman, told him bluntly: “You can’t wear regular shoes anymore, they’re destroying your feet.”
When Michael saw the footwear options available, he refused to accept them. They lacked style, culture, and a sense of identity. Dr. Perlman, half-joking, said, “You’re a designer, make something better, and maybe I’ll invest. My patients don’t like the options either.”
Michael took her up on that challenge. Within two weeks, he created the branding and pitch deck. Dr. Perlman recognized his vision and shared the orthopedic blueprint to guide the design. Three months later, with the support of his mother, who sold his late father’s Mercedes to fund the first prototype, Tunez Footwear was born.
From there, the momentum was unstoppable. At Blk Men in Tech, Michael connected with Howard Jean, who became the company’s first advisor. Within the first year, Tunez secured its first investor, quickly followed by another. By 2025, Tunez had launched its first 1,000 pairs of sneakers, combining medical-grade support with streetwear-inspired design.
Today, Tunez Footwear is more than a sneaker company; it’s a movement. Built on persistence, community, and culture, we’re redefining what orthopedic footwear looks and feels like. We’re here to prove that support and style can walk together—every step, perfectly tuned.
Fashion-Forward Design
We create with intention. Our products solve real problems with clean design and honest materials.
Quality first
We obsess over the details and strive to deliver the best products at the best prices, every time.
Customer care
We're always on your side: keeping our loyal customers happy is our top priority and number one goal.
