Shoes serve many functions. They protect our feet. They cushion our body weight. They allow us to play sports. They can make our feet feel comfortable or fashionable - hopefully both! Finding the proper shoes and making sure they fit is one of the most important things you can do to keep your feet and your body happy.
Poorly-fitting shoes can cause bunions, corns, calluses, hammertoes, plantar fasciitis, stress fractures and more. The shoes that may work for your neighbour may not be the right ones for you. Even after you find the right shoes, remember that they will wear down over time and need to be replaced, usually every six months to one year of regular use.
In this world of online shopping and big box stores, a knowledgeable shoe salesperson is hard to find. So the orthopaedic foot and ankle specialists of American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society have prepared these tips to help you through the process.
1. Have your feet measured. People’s foot size and shape can change over time. So don't rely on the fact that you have always worn a certain size. That size likely is no longer the best fit for you.
2. Most people have one foot that is larger than the other, so make sure you have BOTH feet measured. Fit your shoes to the larger foot.
3. It is helpful to get measured at the end of the day when your feet are the largest. When you are up during the day, your feet will swell and settle some. You want to make sure you are comfortable throughout the day, and not just when you head out of the house in the morning.
4. Don’t plan on shoes stretching over time; they should fit well when you buy them. It’s like buying clothes that are too small and hoping that you will lose weight and then they will fit. That rarely happens.
5. Always stand and walk around in the shoes to see if they are comfortable, fit well, and don’t chafe or rub anywhere. Your heel should not slip or slide while walking.
This information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. I disclaim any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. Feel free to contact me at +1721 586 6299 for more information about my consulting fees, school shoes or for any other questions you may have. Contact Hillianthe at +1721 553 3435 for more information on our women and men shoes in stock. You can also visit our page at www.facebook.com/shoesolution.sxm or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Thank you!
