Health Tip: Shopping for Shoes
Suggestions to help prevent foot problems
(HealthDay News) -- Wearing shoes that don't fit can contribute to a long list of foot problems.
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons suggests how to choose the right footwear and keep your feet happy:
Always measure both feet each time you go shoe shopping.
Try on shoes late in the day, when the feet tend to be a bit larger.
Women should opt for heels that are no higher than 2 1/4 inches.
Make sure the shoes fit properly in the heels and the toes, with 1/2 inch of space between the shoe and your longest toe.
Try on both shoes to be sure that they fit comfortably on both feet. Opt for the size that is most comfortable on your largest foot.
Walk around the store with both shoes on to make sure the fit is comfortable. Don't count on "breaking them in."
-- Diana Kohnle
MY THOUGHTS
i agree with all of the above tips. and i follow them. except for the "1/2 space between the shoe and my longest toe". result: dead toe nails. better learn the lesson fast.
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