Foot problems: Finding the right shoes – How do I find the right shoes?
For some people, the only acceptable option is a sandal or athletic shoe that doesn’t rub on an existing bunion, callus or corn, or hammer, claw, or mallet toe. But most people will be able to find a shoe that causes little or no pain and allows them to function. Before shopping for new footwear, ask your foot doctor for recommendations specific to your needs. Consider the following when shopping for footwear: • Try on shoes at the end of the day, when your feet are at their largest due to normal swelling. • If you have shoe inserts or orthotics, bring them with you to test them out in various shoes. • Shoe size, especially width, may change with age. Having both feet measured ensures a good fit and identifies which foot is larger. Fit your shoes according to how the larger foot feels in the shoe. • Stand during the fitting process to get an accurate sense of the fit. • Walk around the store to make sure that the shoe fit feels right. • If a shoe feels right but isn’t your normal size,
