.:Be Kind To Your Feet:.

When shopping for the right fit, look for:
• A low heel. Avoid high-heeled, narrow, or pointed-toe shoes. High-heeled shoes increase pressure
on the front of the foot and on the toe joints. If you cannot avoid wearing pumps or high-heeled
shoes, choose shoes with heels that are no more than 2 in. (5 cm) high.
• A wide and deep toe box (the area that surrounds the toes). There should be about 0.5 in. (1.3
cm) of space between your longest toe and the end of the shoe. You should be able to wiggle your
toes in your shoes.
• A rigid yet cushioned heel counter that keeps your foot from slipping out of the shoe.
• A flexible sole that allows your toes to bend as you walk.
• A shoe that allows the ball of your foot to fit snugly into the widest part of the shoe.
• A lace-up shoe rather than a slip-on shoe. Athletic shoes are a good choice.
• Shoes that breathe when your feet sweat. Avoid plastic or vinyl shoes.
• Shoes that do not have seams that may rub against or irritate the skin over your foot problem.