Sanitise your shoes with germicidal UVC light to reduce fungi, bacteria and odour-causing organisms. Available at Medifoot Clinic near Craigieburn & Gladstone Park — or buy online through the Medifoot Shop.
SteriShoe® is a clinically tested UV shoe sanitiser that uses germicidal UVC light to reduce microorganisms inside shoes — including fungi, bacteria and some viruses. It is designed to support shoe hygiene for people who experience recurring foot or nail conditions linked to contaminated footwear.
SteriShoe® is clinically tested to kill up to 99.9% of microorganisms inside shoes. These organisms commonly contribute to:
Feet have around 250,000 sweat glands and can produce up to half a litre of sweat a day. We regularly wash socks — but rarely clean the inside of our shoes. SteriShoe® helps you sanitise shoes hygienically between wears.
Good shoe hygiene is especially important for people with diabetes, or anyone prone to repeated infections.
SteriShoe® uses germicidal UVC light — the same technology used in hospitals and water purification systems — to damage microbial DNA and render them inactive.
Each treatment cycle helps:
The device is inserted into the shoe and automatically completes a treatment cycle, requiring no chemicals or sprays.
SteriShoe® may be particularly useful for people who:
If you are unsure whether SteriShoe® is suitable for your situation, our podiatrists can advise based on your symptoms and footwear habits.
SteriShoe® supports shoe hygiene — but it is not a substitute for professional assessment or treatment where needed. Consider speaking to one of our podiatrists if:
Our podiatrists at Craigieburn and Gladstone Park can assess your foot health and recommend the most appropriate approach.
You can buy SteriShoe® online, message our team if you have questions, or call the clinic for advice and availability.
SteriShoe® is available from our podiatrists at both Melbourne locations:
SteriShoe® is also available for convenient online purchase through the Medifoot Shop.
SteriShoe® is a UV shoe sanitiser that uses germicidal UVC light to reduce fungi, bacteria and odour-causing organisms inside shoes. It is commonly used to support hygiene for people managing toenail fungus, athlete's foot, or persistent shoe odour.
Many odour-causing bacteria thrive inside shoes. SteriShoe® uses UVC light to reduce these organisms, which may help reduce persistent shoe odour over time.
SteriShoe® is clinically tested to kill up to 99.9% of microorganisms inside shoes, including fungi. Reducing fungal contamination in footwear may help support treatment outcomes for conditions such as athlete's foot and toenail fungus.
No. SteriShoe® supports shoe hygiene and may complement treatment for fungal or bacterial foot conditions, but it is not a substitute for professional podiatry assessment or medical treatment where needed.
People with diabetes, recurring fungal infections, or ongoing skin and nail concerns should speak to a podiatrist before relying solely on shoe sanitising. Our Medifoot podiatrists can advise on the most appropriate approach for your situation.
Yes. SteriShoe® is available to purchase online through the Medifoot Shop. It is also available in-clinic at our Craigieburn and Gladstone Park locations.
Have questions about SteriShoe® or want to know if it is right for your situation? Our podiatrists are happy to help.