Fix Your Feet
Diabetes
Unfortunately, Diabetes and foot problems go hand in hand. Diabetes affects blood flow to your feet and may cause swelling in both feet and hands. The nervous system is also affected. Diabetic neuropathy will lead to numbness and tingling within the feet. This has led to some people getting cuts and blisters without any realization of the problem. It is important to avoid rubbing on a diabetic’s foot so that blisters and infection do not arise as issues. Diabetics face other foot problems including hammer toes, bunions, corns and fungal infections.
What should a diabetic look for in a shoe?
- Deep toe box
- Extra cushion
- Good air circulation
- Correct Fit
- Protection
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Heel Pain and Plantar Fasciitis
Heel pain is most often found in people who stand on their feet for long periods of time everyday and/or overweight individuals. Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain. This particular syndrome is the result of the plantar fascia ligament being strained. Luckily, heel pain and plantar fasciitis can be treated and resolved. Often the correct shoe type and fit can help to solve these issues. Stretching and ice should also be considered for any treatment of heel pain.
What should someone with heel pain look for in a shoe?
- A shoe with a rocker bottom
- Extra cushion in the heel
- Firm arch support
- Medial Posting (New Balance Roll Bar) will help relieve heel pain caused by over pronation of the foot.
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Bunions
Bunions are an extra growth of bone on the big toe joint. This usually happens in conjunction with the misalignment of the big toe. Some studies suggest that bunions could be the result of wearing shoes that are too tight or pointy. Others explain them as hereditary. Bunions cause pain and discomfort near the big toe. Often, individuals will see redness and swelling which may cause intense pain. Bunions are 10x more likely to occur in women than men. There are other less common types of bunions that occur in different locations on the foot.
What should someone with bunions look for in a shoe?
- Wide Toe box
- Correct fit
- Good arch support
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Corns and Calluses
Corns and calluses are created from friction within a shoe. They are build ups of rough skin. Corns and calluses usually will go away when the friction stops. This can be accomplished by wearing the correct shoe. Often people with corns are wearing shoes that are too narrow.
What should someone with corns or calluses look for in a shoe?
- Correct length and width
- Deep toe box
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Gout and Arthritis
Gout and arthritis pain can be significantly reduced if you take care of your feet and wear the proper footwear. Gout is a type of arthritis that causes flair ups in the joints of the toes and feet. It is extremely painful and is caused by a buildup of uric acid in the joints. Proper measures should be taken to reduce the frequency of flair ups. These include stretching, proper diet and correct footwear.
What should someone with arthritis or gout look for in a shoe?
- Heavy cushion
- Excellent support
- Good air circulation
- Correct fit
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Wide Feet
It is important to wear shoes that fit your feet both in length and width. Many people with wide feet wear the wrong size shoe and end up with many problems. Wearing shoes that are too narrow can lead to corns, calluses, bunions, hammer toes and a number of other disorders. All of these issues become painful and expensive hassle.
What should someone with wide feet look for in a shoe?
- Wide widths
- Deep toe box
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