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| Find Foot Pain Relief in Good Support Shoes |
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Foot pain relief is paramount for overall proper foot health. If you have problem feet, your comfort level could be the reason why, as ill-fitting, poorly designed shoes reduce your overall foot comfort, contributing to such conditions as bunions, corns and calluses and irritating sensitive, diabetic or swollen feet.
Cushioned, roomy support shoes, however, can provide you with miles of comfort and offer great foot pain relief.
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| The Ideal Support Shoe for Foot Pain Relief |
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A therapeutic shoe should provide comfort and offer foot pain relief. Remember to look for the following characteristics in a shoe designed for foot pain relief:
- A firm heel counter
- A wide enough toe box to accommodate toes without pinching them
- A semi-rigid or rigid shank
- A removable inner sole
- A long vamp
- A heel measuring between ¾ - 1½ inches
Remember: Finding foot pain relief means wearing shoes hold onto the foot, not the other way around. An adjustable support shoe with Velcro® can be a great way to fit problem feet and find foot pain relief. |
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| People with Foot Ailments Can Find Foot Pain Relief |
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- Shoes for diabetics and those with swollen feet should be quite roomy and provide foot pain relief. Oxfords, for example, are good support shoes that – with their added-depth fit – can accommodate even the fifth toe, providing foot pain relief.
- Shoes for bunions should have spandex stretch uppers for additional foot pain relief.
- If you have heel pain and need shoes for plantar fasciitis, add over-the-counter arch supports to your shoes for added foot pain relief. If this doesn’t help alleviate pain, visit a podiatrist to be fitted for custom orthotics. And don’t forget to bring your good support shoes with you.
Other features to consider in good support shoes that provide foot pain relief include:
- A padded collar and tongue to protect sensitive areas, reduce irritation and secure the fit.
- A rubber outsole to aid with slip resistance.
- Interchangeable removable insoles to aid with perspiration problems and accommodate any orthotic devices.
- Velcro® to provide good closure.
- A plastizote foam lining that molds to the foot to reduce pressure points and provide customized comfort and protection.
- A firm compression EVA midsole.
- A flared outsole to enhance foot stability.
- A polyurethane rocker sole to reduce ball-of-foot pain and absorb shock.
- Breathable leather upper.
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| Tips for Buying New Support Shoes for Foot Pain Relief |
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1. Never go out to buy new support shoes first thing in the morning. The feet swell as the day goes on, and your support shoes need to accommodate this added size to provide you with the best foot pain relief.
2. Always break in new orthopedic shoes at home on carpeting.
3. Do not expect support shoes to stretch. If the shoe does not fit, do not wear it. You should have a thumb-length space at the toe end of the shoe beyond the longest toe if you want foot pain relief.
Information on foot, leg and lower body health conditions provided by The Podiatry Institute, dedicated to advancing the standard of care in podiatric medicine and its effects on muscoskeletal health. |
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