For some people, trying on shes is merely a necessity, for others, it's a pastime but either way, there are a few rules you should follow when trying on footwear. Be sure to check them out before your next trip to the shoe store.
HERE'S HOW
1. Feet swell over the course of the day, so to insure a proper fit, always try on shoes later in the day.
2. Always try on both shoes. most people have a slight size variance from one foot the other. Obviously, the larger of the two will dictate which size you actually buy.
3. If you have your feet measured, be sure to stand up while doing so.
4. Be sure to stand and walk a bit in any shoes you're considering.
5. Wear the socks or hose you'd normally wear with the shoes you're considering.
6. Don't allow for a " breaking in" period. Shoes should be comfortable when you first wear them.
7. Try on a variety of brands, styles and sizes. You might find shoes that are far more comfortable or stylish than what you're used it.
8. If you have trouble finding shoes that fit properly, visit a full-service shoe store, and have your feet professionally measured. A knowledgeable staff member may be able to recommend a specific style, brand or insert that will help accommodate your feet.
9. If you actually ending buying a pair of shoes, choose the actual pair you tried on to be certain you're getting exactly what felt good.
10. There should be just a bit of space between your heel and the heel of your shoe. Too much is bad,but the heel of the shoe should not be rubbing, or pressing into your skin.
11. You should be able to move your toes freely in any shoes you're planning to buy. Shoes that constrict or pinch your toes will make you miserable fast, and can lead to painful, and more serious problems down the road.
Year of wear and tear can be hard on our feet. So can disease, poor circulation, improperly trimmed toenails, and wearing shoes that don't fit properly. Problems with our feet can b the first sign of more serious medical conditions such as arthritis, diabetes and nerve and circulatory disorders.
WHAT CAN YOU DO TO PREVENT FOOT PROBLEMS
# Practice good foot care.
# Check your feet regularly, or have a member of your family check them. Podiatrists and primary care doctors ( internists and family practitioners ) are qualified to treat most foot problems.Sometimes the special skills of an orthopedic surgeon or dermatologist are needed.
# It also helps to keep blood circulating to your feet as much as possible. Do this by putting your feet up when you are sitting or lying down, stretching if you're had to sit for a long while, walking,having a gentle foot massage, or taking a warm foot bath. Try to avoid pressure from shoes that don't fit right.
# Try not to expose your feet to cold temperatures.
# Don't sit for long periods of time ( especially with your legs crossed ).
# Don't smoke
Wearing comfortable shoes that fit well can prevent many foot ailments.
HERE ARE TEN TIPS FOR GETTING A PROPER SHOE FIT :
1. The size of your feet changes as you grow older so always have your feet measured before buying shoes. The best time to measure your feet is at the end of the day when your feet are largest.
2. Most of us have one foot that is larger than the other, so fit your shoe to your larger foot.
3. Don't select shoes by the size market inside the shoe but by how the shoe fits your foot.
4. Select a shoe that is shaped like your foot.
5. During the fitting process, make sure there is enough space ( 3/8" to 1/2") for your longest toe at the each shoe when you are standing up.
6. Make sure the ball of your foot fits comfortably into the widest part of the shoe.
7. Don't buy shoes that feel too tight and expect them to stretch t fit.
8. Your feet should fit comfortably in the shoe with a minimum amount of slipping, the shoes should not ride up and down on your heel when you walk.
9. Walk in the shoes to make sure they fit and feel right. Then take them home and spend some time walking on carpet to make sure the fit is a good one.
10. The upper part of the shoes should be made of a soft, flexible material to match the shape of your foot. Shoes made of leather can reduce the possibility of skin irritations. Soles should provide solid footing and not be slippery. Thick soles cushion your feet when walking on hard surfaces.Low-heeled shoes are more comfortable, safer and less damaging than high heeled shoes.
-Kesi-
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