Avoid Pain With These 9 Tips For Proper Shoe Fit.

Make sure you have the correct size and the proper width and could be those  Extra WIDE WIDTH SHOE help?

Shoes serve many functions.

Protect our feet.

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 are important for keeping your feet and your body happy.

Poorly fitting shoes can cause bunions, corns, calluses, hammertoes, plantar fasciitis, stress fractures, and more.

Be mindful that we all have different foot shapes and different needs.

Even after you find the right shoes, remember that they will wear down and need to be replaced, usually every six months to one year of regular use.

The need for  EXTRA WIDE WIDTH SHOES is mandatory with these conditions just mentioned.

So how do you find the right shoes?

In this world of online shopping and big-box stores, a knowledgeable shoe salesperson is hard to find.

1. Have your feet measured?  Your foot size and shape can change over time. So don’t rely on the fact that you have always worn a certain size.
2. Use our world-famous fitting procedure and that is through a simple soft tape measurement.

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3.     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.

4.     Wear the same type of socks to the store that you intend to wear with the shoes.

5.     Stand in the shoes.

Press gently on the top of the shoe to make sure you have about a half-inch of space between your longest toe and the end of the shoe.

This provides enough room for your foot to press forward as you walk.

Wiggle your toes to make sure there’s enough room.

Wiggle room is determined by the proper toe box and depth of the instep of the shoe.

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6.     Just like clothes, the size marked inside the shoe may be different depending on the brand.

So your shoe size is just a starting point in selecting the correct shoe.

7.       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

8.      The shoe should also have enough depth to fit your toes, especially if you have hammertoes or other conditions.

Shoes with too small of a toe box will cause rubbing and you will get calluses or sores.

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9.        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.

Most important: Trust your own comfort level rather than a shoe’s size or description.

Sizes vary between manufacturers.

And no matter how comfortable an advertisement claims those shoes are, you’re the real judge.

Look for good shoe construction

Some basic principles of a good shoe include a cushioned heel, a firm sole that doesn’t easily twist or bend.

That is flexibility at the proper area depending on the type of shoe.

Soft breathable material for the upper of the shoe makes it more comfortable to wear.

For a longer period of time.

Less likely to cause rubbing or skin irritation.

There should be sufficient arch support in the shoe or in the insert inside the shoe.

Many shoes can be made to fit better simply by removing the factory insert and replacing it with a high-quality off-the-shelf orthotic.

Following these simple steps will help minimize your risk of shoe problems and foot problems.

Don’t believe the myth that fashionable shoes have to be uncomfortable.

There are many stylish shoes out there that feel good too.

If you have certain foot or ankle problems, then talk to your orthopedic foot and ankle doctor.

Don’t sacrifice comfort and safety for fashion.

Your feet will thank you in the long run, short run, and even just walking around.

Thank you,

RON HEINLEIN

CEO of Dtfootwear.com offers the best footwear found on the internet! GUARANTEE!

Been in the footwear business for over 50 years and been trained by the best in the Therapeutic/Orthotic world.

President/Founder | Cell # 909-215-1622 | heinleinron@yahoo.com

DTFootwear.com Designer Therapeutic Footwear Co.

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