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MARCH 2010 |
 March is here and that means a couple of things: good bye winter and hello spring! It's during this time that many of us start preparing ourselves for summer. Spring brings longer days, which means we'll most likely spend more time outside; and since the weather will gradually change from cold overcast days to warm sunny days, we'll have to start putting away our old winter clothes and start thinking about shopping for new spring outfits. HealthyFeetStore.com can help in the footwear department. When we think of footwear, two things usually come to mind: shoes and socks. Well, you're in luck because we've written two informative blog posts explaining what to look for when shopping for either one. "Shoe Shopping Tips" and "Socks Demystified" can certainly help you get off on the right foot to healthy feet. |
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29 SHOE SHOPPING TIPS |
Shoe Shopping Tips
You need to go shoe shopping! What emotions do you relate with that statement? Fun, tiring, stressful, exciting, time-consuming, expensive?
At HealthyFeetStore.com, we know that finding the perfect pair of shoes isn't easy. That's why we have knowledgeable customer service representatives available to talk to you on the phone and aid you in your shoe search.
We've noticed that the majority of shoe shoppers don't know how to correctly pick out the best pair of shoes for themselves. Shoe shoppers are usually under-educated in proper shoe fitting - at no fault of their own - and that can jeopardize their foot health. Below is a detailed list (in no particular order) of information you should be aware of while you're trying on shoes to make sure you get the best shoe for your buck.
- Ideally, you should have your feet measured at least once a year or if you have a significant weight gain or loss.
- Feet should be measured standing on a Brannock device and always have both feet measured. A really skilled practitioner will measure both feet standing and sitting.
- Even though you may measure a size 8, it does not mean that you will wear a size 8 in every shoe from every company. Each shoe company develops their own lasts (the leather upper built onto the sole that changes how the shoe fits.)
- Always fit the pair of shoes to your larger foot. For most people, their larger foot is the opposite from the hand they write with.
- Don't buy shoes that are too tight. If you're at the point where you're praying they will stretch to be comfortable, they probably won't. It's true that soft leather and suede give slightly, molding to your foot, but they will not dramatically increase in width or length. There's a difference between a "snug" comfortable fit and a "tight" uncomfortable fit. A few laps around a carpet should help you decide how you feel.
- If you have a wide foot, it is recommended that you wear a wide shoe and not just purchase your shoe a size larger and hope it fits. You will be so much happier in a shoe that fits correctly.
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Socks Demystified |
Socks have come a long way since their early days. Imagine wearing animal skins tied around your ankles, or slipping into socks made out of matted animal hair. Believe it or not, that's what socks were made out of back in ancient times. With the evolution of footwear and a better understanding of our feet, socks have been re-designed in various ways to offer better protection, aid in preventing commonfoot problems, and simply provide more comfort and warmth.
Nowadays socks have evolved to include moisture wicking features, seamless toe designs, compression fitting styles, and extra padded sections to protect the fat pads of feet. They're manufactured with numerous types of fabrics, yarns, and materials; plus they come in various styles, sizes, lengths, and colors. There's really no big mystery to socks. All you have to do is a little bit of research to find which types of socks are best suited for you; because at the end of the day, it's all about keeping your healthy feet healthy. So to help demystify socks, HealthyFeetStore.com has listed some recommendations below. Of course, if you're a diabetic or have edema, or are suffering from other foot problems, we highly recommend consulting with a health professional to determine which types of socks you should wear.
Diabetic Socks Not only do diabetics have to make sure they wear proper diabetic shoes, they also have to pay attention to the types of socks they wear. Socks made out of 100% cotton are a definitely not recommended because they tend to be rough around the seams, which could cause friction and irritation. They also absorb moisture but not wick it away, which can be a breeding ground for bacterial and fungi growth; and unfortunately this could lead to other foot problems such as athlete's foot and bad foot odor.
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