Often, when we purchase a new pair of shoes or any kind of footwear,
we don't consider the fact that shoes are our only protection
from the pavement or ground where we walk, stand and run every
day. The last thing one wants is a pair of shoes that cause your
feet to hurt, but one spends far little time in selecting footwear
that will take care of your feet as style and cost often take
precedence.
It is important to keep in mind a few basic points (eg. age of
the person, activity etc.) when selecting footwear, because you
should be looking for foot care when you buy foot wear.
Footwear for children
When your child begins to walk or stand, it is time to go to
a shoe store that specializes in children's shoes, as it is best
to buy footwear from a store that has considerable experience
and knowledge regarding the needs of growing childrens' feet.
However, you should be involved with the final selection of the
shoe itself. Never try to force a child's feet to fit a pair of
shoes. The length of the shoe should be just a bit longer than
then child's foot to accommodate for about 3 to 6 months growth.
Sneakers are great because they are soft and will conform to your
child's foot.
Because a child's foot grows quickly, check the feet for signs
of blisters or calluses. Also, set up a home measuring system
that lets you periodically gauge the growth of your child's foot.
If it looks like your child is uncomfortable in their shoes or
has trouble walking in them, you may need to consult an orthopedic
specialist who can examine your child for areas like arch support,
and other foot support issues.
Shoes for adults- men's and women's
The shoes adults wear are often a result of considerations for
style, comfort, the environment, the application and specific
events and occasions.
Dress shoes for work and social events are usually hard soled
with laces. If you stand a lot during the day, a thick soft soled
shoe is the best. Work shoes usually are made of thick leather
with steel toes and rough soles for tractions. Selection of athletic
shoes is quite wide and a great number of specialized shoes are
available for applications such as jogging, aerobics, cross country
and more. The important aspect of athletic shoes is that they
must be able to protect the foot from the stress of exercise.
Women's shoes: ensuring long-term foot care
As with men's shoes, low heels with plenty of toe room provides
the best comfort. Wearing high-heels and pointed toe shoes often
result in injury to the toes, ankles, leg and back. High heels
distribute your weight unevenly and place stress on the ball of
your foot and forefoot. The higher the heel, the more pressure
occurs at the bottom of the foot and on the toes. Such stress
can lead to sore feet and other foot care problems that may become
permanent.
In all cases, the shoe should not constrain but rather support
the foot and provide proper arch support. The shoes you choose
should most of all protect you from the environment you are in.
Shoes that do not fit can cause bunions, corns, calluses, hammertoes
and other disabling foot disorders.
If you wear shoes that are too small, it can lead to permanent
foot care problems that may require you to consult an orthopedic
specialist or use expensive foot care orthotic products.
Recommendations for selecting the right
footwear
The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons has developed tips
to help people reduce their risk of foot problems. Use this guide
when you shop
for shoes.
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