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- The Clues Are In Your Shoes
Have you ever noticed that one part of your shoe is always wearing down before another part... ( read more...) - How Do You Know When You Need New Shoes?
If you ask shoe manufacturers, they would recommend new shoes every 200 - 500 miles. That is quite a large range and how do you actually know when you've reached that many miles! There a difference between everyday shoes and running shoes... ( read more...) - Wearing Shoes Inside
Ever since we've been young, most of us have been told not to wear shoes in the house. Our parents or grandparents wanted to keep the home clean, but what if wearing shoes in the house could help with foot health and overall productivity?... ( read more...) - A Guide to the Perfect Fit: Shoe Shopping for Foot Pain
What if I told you that shoe shopping could change your life? Would you believe it? Well, to be honest, that is only the half it. The most important characteristics to look for in a shoe, that will help your bunions, hammertoes, plantar fasciitis, or whatever is the cause of your daily foot pain... ( read more...) - How To Fit Orthotics In Your Shoes & Sandals
Try these helpful tips and watch the how-to videos on this page to make sure you are using your insoles to their fullest. (1) Remove existing insoles or footbed... ( read more...) - 10 Tips To Make Sure The Shoe Fits
Select a shoe that conforms as nearly as possible to the shape of your foot. Have your feet measured regularly. The size of your feet changes as you grow older... . ( read more...) - Orthopedic Shoes: What To Look for When Buying.
Buying the right orthopedic shoe is an investment in foot health. But how do you find an orthopedic shoe that fits properly and provides adequate support... ( read more...) - Healthyfeetstore Specializes in Orthopedic Shoes for Sensitive Feet
According to the American Podiatric Medical Association, if you have sensitive or problem-prone feet, you should most likely be wearing orthopedic shoes. Your feet are the foundation of your body, and wearing good shoes – like an orthopedic shoe – can give you the comfort you need and offer a pain-free life.. ( read more...) - Top Ten Travel Tips For Your Feet
To condition your feet and legs, begin a regular walking program wearing the shoes you plan to travel with - include inclines if your destination has hilly terrain - at least four weeks before your trip.... ( read more...)
GENERAL FOOT HEALTH
- Why Buy Orthopedic Shoes & Orthotic Friendly Shoes From Healthy Feet Store?
Whether you buy shoes online all the time or are considering the benefits of online shoe shopping for the first time, you're probably wondering why you should buy orthopedic or therapeutic shoes from HealthyFeetStore.com ( read more ) - Why Shop Healthy Feet Store?
This is what separates HealthyFeetStore.com from other retailers on the web. Accurate information gives you the power to make the right foot care choices from our wide array of products. ( read more ) - Your Feet And COVID 19
Barefoot walking all day, especially on hard surfaced floors, can cause some serious foot pain if you’re not used to it... ( read more...) - Do You Abuse Your Feet?
Women account for nearly 90 percent of all operations performed to correct common foot disorders such as bunions, hammertoes and neuromas . The shoes women wear are probably the biggest culprits, especially dress shoes, which are typically characterized by a tight fit, narrow toe boxes, high heels and shapes that don't conform to the foot. ( read more...) - Prevent Foot Problems Before They Begin
“Doc, I wish I knew earlier…" Implementing healthy habits now can prevent long-term foot problems before they begin. There are four major preventative steps that patients can take right now to ensure healthy feet and prevent general and prolonged foot problems...( read more...) - Growing Stronger - Strength Training for Older Adults: Why Strength Training?
Research has shown that strengthening exercises are both safe and effective for women and men of all ages, including those who are not in perfect health.( read more...) - 5 Common Summer Foot Problems
Summer is in full swing, which means fun in the sun filled with plenty of opportunities to show off your feet. Be careful, summertime can be rough on your feet and cause an increase in foot and ankle problems...( read more...) - Summer Foot Care
Summertime is here and so are sunny days spent splashing in pools and relaxing on the beach. As many vacationers know, summer can cause some extra wear and tear on the body. Educated consumers usually protect themselves by purchasing sunscreen, lip protectants, and sunglasses. But many will forget to look after two of the most important and neglected parts of the body -- the feet.( read more...) - Favorite Shoe Choices For Summer
With Summer upon us, flip flops seem fitting for the warmer weather. Before you slip into a pair of flimsy sandals, you might want to consider options that provide proper arch support and comfortability..( read more...) - Ankle Sprain | Old Ankle Sprains Increase Injury Risk for Newly Active Baby Boomers
A local foot and ankle surgeon has a message for Baby Boomers now getting back into fitness and sport...( read more...) - Obesity | Study Finds Obesity Changes Foot Structure and the Way Children Walk
"There are several potential causes of the structural changes in children's feet. It may be that the extra weight puts greater pressure on the joint interactions in the foot, leading to disruption in the way the foot aligns and functions; there may be a hormonal association with the excessive mass; excess fatty tissue or increased bone formation."( read more...) - Cold Feet | 5 Possible Reasons For Cold Feet
Are you cold all the time? Do you know someone who always complains about cold hands or cold feet? As the temperature drops in the winter, the body draws blood from the extremities...( read more...) - Wide Feet
If you are someone who deals with having wide feet, you know that it can easily be the source of foot discomfort. Whether you were born with wide feet or your feet have broadened as you've aged...( read more...) - Solution To Knee & Foot Pain Post Quarantine
Since the stay at home orders were put into effect, there have been numerous concerns voiced by patients dealing with the pain from the feet up to the knee. ...( read more...)
FOOT HYGIENE
- Are You Washing This Body Part In The Shower?
When you shower every day, you can deplete your body of natural oils leaving your skin dry and flakyÂ…. ( read more ) - Best Treatment For Cracked Heels
Cracked heels are a common problem and affect people of all ages and demographics - though they become even more common as we age ( read more ) - Remedies For Sweaty Feet | Feet Sweating
Soggy socks and a strong foot odor may not be harmful, but they can be really embarrassing and frustrating to control. ( read more ) - Plantar Warts On Feet | How Plantar Warts Are Caused
Plantar warts are one of several soft tissue conditions of the foot that can be quite painful ( read more ) - How To Get Rid Of Stinky Feet | How To Get Rid Of Smelly Feet
The problem isn't your feet – it's what your feet are wearing. Smelly feet is primarily caused from of a lack of ventilation for your feet. ( read more ) - Foot Fungus | How Are Foot Fungal Problems Treated?
The fungal problems seen most often are athlete's foot and fungal nails. A fungus is a common mold that thrives in dark, warm, moist areas. On the feet, it can grow on and between toes, as well as on soles and toenails. Fungal problems can be a result of environment (socks, shoes, heat, and humidity) or weakened immunity diseases such as diabetes... ( read more ) - Toenails | Common Toenail Problems and How to Treat Them
Toenail problems can be painful and extremely frustrating to have, especially when blackened toenails, toenail fungus, and ingrown toenails are involvedÂ… ( read more ) - Cracked Feet | Treating Heels With Cracks and Fissures
Cracks and fissures are breaks in your skin. They may be the result of skin that is too dry or too moist. When skin is too dry, it can become rough and flaky. A large fissure often forms at the base of the heelÂ… ( read more ) - Cracked Heels
With warm weather approaching comes beach walks and backyard barbeques. The poolside sandals are broken out for summer attire and the innocent barefoot wandering begins. With this, comes cracked heels and callused feet. ( read more ) - Warts | How Does a Podiatrist Treat Plantar Warts?
A wart is an infection caused by a virus, which can invade your skin through small cuts or breaks. Over time, the wart develops into a hard, rough growth on the surface of the skinÂ… ( read more ) - Athlete's Foot | Athlete's Foot: What Is It? And How Can I Prevent It?
You've heard of it. You know you're not suppose to walk around in bare feet in the gym locker room because you can catch it. But what is it? Athlete's foot, known medically as tinea pedis, is a common skin infection of the feet caused by fungusÂ… ( read more ) - Toenail Fungus
Summer is just around the corner and you may want to think twice before lounging barefoot and breaking out your flip-flops. After all, the last thing you want hindering you from your long-awaited family vacation is a painful fungus (aka Onychomycosis) growing beneath your toenails... ( read more )
KIDS
- Orthopedic Shoes For Kids
Thanks to a continually expanding selection of high quality therapeutic and orthopedic children's shoes and boots, the Healthy Feet Store is committed to helping children with unique foot care needs. ( read more ) - Kid's Feet - A Podiatrist's Perspective
Many adult foot ailments, like other bodily ills, have their origins in childhood and are present at birth. Periodic professional attention and regular foot care can minimize these problems in later lifeÂ…. ( read more )
SIZING / FITTING
- Shoes For Different Sized Feet | Different Shoe Sizes
If one of your feet is a full size longer than the other, it still is not a big enough difference for you to buy mismatched shoes ( read more ) - What is LLD? | Limb Length Discrepancy | Causes & Treatment
Limb Length Discrepancy is so common that roughly 85% of people in the world have one leg that is shorter than the other. ( read more ) - Hard To Find Shoe Sizes For Men
Not all feet can fit into standard size shoes. For men who constantly struggle with finding the perfect fit, there is hope! ( read more ) - Petite Feet Shoes | Small Shoes for Small Feet
Read our tips on finding small feet shoes that fit the exact contours of your petite feet. ( read more ) - Women's Shoes For Hard To Fit Feet | Hard To Fit Shoes
Whether it's women's large shoe sizes or small, finding unconventional shoe sizes for women is not a very easy task. ( read more )
STYLES
- Healthy Alternatives to Flip Flops
Before you slip into a pair of flip flops, you might want to consider options that provide proper arch support and comfortability.. ( read more ) - 10 Best Walking Shoes For Miles of Comfort
Whether you're a high-mileage walker, a runner recovering from an injury, or someone who simply wants to squeeze as many steps into your schedule as possible, consider some specific qualities when shopping for new walking shoes. ( read more ) - Diabetic Socks For Men & Women | Diabetes Socks
Diabetics should not settle for cheaply made socks that do not provide the right type of support and cushioning. ( read more ) - Health Shoes & Athletic Shoes | Healthcare Shoes
Wellness and health shoes are designed to keep feet healthy and comfortable. Health shoes offer various features that are similar to those of orthopedic shoes with the exception that their designs are not focused to treat certain medical conditions like the designs of orthopedic shoes ( read more ) - Socks, Compression Socks, and Diabetic Socks
Therapeutic socks, health socks, compression socks, and diabetic socks have one thing in common - they all offer health benefits to maintain healthy feet. ( read more ) - Best Orthopedic Socks | Best Orthotic Socks
Well-made, properly fitting socks are important for foot health. The right socks can help prevent athlete's foot, foot odor and even blisters ( read more ) - Supportive Sandals | Most Comfortable Sandals For Problem Feet
Typical sandals rarely offer the right amount of foot support. Chronic sandal wearers are often plagued by issues like fallen arches, hammertoes, and callused heels ( read more ) - Orthopedic Shoes For Sensitive Feet
If you have sensitive, problem-prone feet, you need a quality pair of orthopedic shoes. ( read more ) - Best Stretchable Shoes | Shoes That Are Easy To Put On
Wide width stretchable shoes are usually an easy fit for feet with bunions and others conditions that alter the shape of the foot such as hammertoes ( read more ) - Orthopedic Slippers | Orthotic Slippers | Orthopedic House Shoes
Just when we thought slippers for orthotics couldn't get more comfortable, they definitely can because some slippers offer orthopedic and therapeutic features ( read more ) - Compression Sock Benefits | Which Compression Socks Do I Need
These preventative products can have dramatic benefits to individuals who stand or sit for long periods of time or have any risk factors, making them predisposed to venous disorders. ( read more )
If you are are still not sure where to begin, please feel free to contact us at any time and we can help find the perfect shoe for your needs!
Learn More About Foot Conditions
Looking to learn more about your specific foot condition? Check out the articles below to find treatments and therapies for everything from bunions to diabetes. If you have a foot condition that you can't find answers about, let us know! We are dedicated to finding solutions for your problems. AFO
- AFO ACCOMMODATION
AFO stands for Ankle Foot Orthotic. An AFO is a brace used to help the lower leg and foot function in an improved way... ( read more )
ARCHES / FLAT FEET
- Flat Feet vs High Arch
We spend so much of our lives on our feet, whether it is at work or during our favorite hobbies or activities. After a while, it can take a toll on our bodies... ( read more ) - Is Coronavirus causing your feet to become “Fred Flintstone" feet?
As the cases of coronavirus continue occurring around the world , we are seeing an increase in people with “Flintstone" feet and I believe it is also a consequence of the pandemic. What is it? Do you have it? ... ( read more ) - High Arched Feet
A high arch in the foot, otherwise known as Cavus foot, occurs when there is a disproportionate amount of weight placed on the ball and heel of the footÂ… ( read more ) - What Causes Flat Feet
Is the arch of your foot lower than usual? Does the sole of your foot almost completely touch the ground?... ( read more ) - Are Fallen Arches a Real Foot Problem?
There are several types of flatfoot conditions that occur in adults. The most common type is adult-acquired flatfoot, which is caused by overstretching a tendon that supports the archÂ… ( read more )
ARTHRITIS / PAIN
- Best Shoes For Arthritis | Arthritis Shoes & Sandals
As you shop for the right arthritis shoe to relieve arthritis discomfort in your feet or knees, we recommend you read the list of features of the arthritic feet shoes that interest you and think about whether each shoe would make a good match for your unique symptoms. ( read more ) - Arthritis of the Big Toe Joint
One of the most common problems that I see is arthritis of the big toe joint. Arthritis is a joint disorder that is caused by the thinning or absence of cartilage in the jointÂ… ( read more ) - Arthritis - Big Toe Joint
Big toe joint pain can be caused by many reasons but arthritis is one of the most common causes. Arthritis occurs when cartilage in the joints wears down and exposed bone rub against each other. This bone to bone interaction causes inflammation and then pain.Â… ( read more ) - Common Changes In The Aging Foot
We get older. Our bodies get older. There is nothing we can do about it but accept it and become knowledgeable about the changes that happen in our bodies, including our feetÂ… ( read more ) - Treatments Keep Seniors Active and Pain Free
Senior citizens with foot pain can do something about it. Instead of abiding by the faulty but commonly accepted notion that muscle and joint discomfort is a natural consequence of agingÂ… ( read more )
BALL OF FOOT PAIN / METATARSALGIA
- What's the Meta with your foot? Metatarsalgia?
MetaÂ….what? Metatarsalgia. This is the medical name for pain in the ball of the foot. Metatarsalgia is not really a diagnosis, but rather a symptom,.. ( read more...) - Ball of the Foot Pain
“Doctor, I have pain under the ball of my foot." “Doctor, I have pain under the ball of my foot." When a patient complains of this symptom, it is usually one of two problems: Capsulitis or a Neuroma ( read more )
BUNIONS
- Bunion Information - Causes and Prevention
Although many laymen may consider bunions to be only a minor annoyance, when left untreated bunions can become a serious mobility problem. ( read more ) - Bunion Shoes
Specially designed bunion shoes prevent strain and inflammation of the big toe joint. ( read more ) - How To Prevent Bunions | Bunion Prevention | Prevent Bunions
Bunions. Much like any difficult conversation, there is good news and there is bad news ( read more ) - Bunion Treatment
I always say bunions are like snowflakes. No two are exactly alike. Some bunions are big, some are small. Some are painful and some never hurt. Â… ( read more ) - Truth About Bunion Surgery
However, most often, bunions develop as a result of an inherited structural defect, stress on your foot or a medical condition, such as arthritis. The good news is that almost all bunions can be fixed surgicallyÂ… ( read more )
CAVUS FOOT
- Cavus Foot Treatment | Best Orthotics For Cavus Foot
Cavus foot is a condition in which the foot has an unusually high arch. Due to this condition, an excessive amount of pressure is placed on the ball and the heel of the foot when standing or walking. ( read more...)
DIABETES / NEUROPATHY
- Diabetic Foot Care | Shoes For Diabetics
Diabetic foot problems are not inevitable and healthy diabetic feet are an achievable goal ( read more ) - Diabetic Shoes | Shoes For Diabetics | Diabetic Footwear
In the United States alone, just over 29 million people have been diagnosed with some form of diabetes ( read more ) - Best Shoes For Diabetics & Neuropathy | Slippers For Diabetic Neuropathy
If you have been diagnosed with peripheral diabetic neuropathy, you need to make diabetic foot care an immediate priority ( read more ) - Exercising with Diabetes - Top 10 Tips
A well-fitting pair of diabetic walking shoes is perfect for most outdoor activities. For rougher terrain, diabetic boots may be more appropriateÂ…. ( read more ) - Diabetes May Roll Back Victories Over Heart Disease
"Over the past 30 years, the U.S. has achieved dramatic reductions in illness and deaths from coronary artery disease," study lead author Dr. Jing FangÂ… ( read more ) - Peripheral Neuropathy
Numbness of the feet can be caused by a number things, however, one of the most common causes of foot numbness is called peripheral neuropathyÂ… ( read more ) - Understanding Shoes and Orthotics for Diabetics
Proper footwear is an important part of an overall treatment program for people with diabetes, even for those in the earliest stages of the disease. If there is any evidence of neuropathy, or lack of sensation, wearing the right footwear is crucialÂ… ( read more ) - Diabetic Foot Ulcers - Treatment and Prevention
A diabetic foot ulcer is an open sore or wound that most commonly occurs on the bottom of the foot in approximately 15 percent of patients with diabetesÂ… ( read more )
EDEMA / SWELLING
- 8 Reasons For Swollen Feet And Ankles
When you take your shoes off and notice your toes and feet look puffy and may even feel stiff, you could be experiencing swelling ( read more ) - Edema / Swelling
Edema is the medical term for swelling and there are many potential reasons to have edema or swelling of the foot and/or ankle.Â… ( read more )
MORTONS NEUROMA
- Morton's Neuroma - Symptoms, Prevention & Treatment
A Morton's neuroma is a benign (noncancerous) swelling along a nerve in the foot that carries sensations from the toes. The reason the nerve starts to swell is unknown. But once swelling begins, the nearby bones and ligaments put pressure on the nerve, causing more irritation and inflammation... ( read more ) - Let's Talk About Neuromas
You’ve heard the word, but until you actually have one, you may not know what they actually are. According to the APMA ( American Podiatric Medical Association ), a neuroma is a painful condition, also referred to as a “pinched nerve” or a nerve tumor.... ( read more )
PLANTAR FASCIITIS / HEEL PAIN
- Heel Pain Shoes | How To Prevent Heel Pain | Support For Heel Pain
Most common in active people 40 years old and older, heel pain often becomes more severe when there is an irritation in the ligament that runs along the bottom of the foot to the heel ( read more ) - How Plantar Fasciitis is Caused and Treated | Plantar Fasciitis and Heel Pain
This type of injury typically results from a sudden increase in strain and tension on the plantar fascia, which is the tissue that runs across the bottom of the foot from the toes to the heel bone. ( read more ) - Shoes For Plantar Fasciitis | Plantar Fasciitis Specialized Shoes
Sufferers feel pain in their heel because when the foot's arch starts to collapse, the plantar fascia muscle band (which starts at the heel and fans out to the toes) stretches and gets micro-tears. ( read more ) - 5 Most Common Foot or Ankle Injuries
Did you know that foot and ankle issues bring millions of Americans into their local podiatrist's office each year? ... ( read more...) - Plantar Fasciitis: Heel Pain
There are many causes of heel pain, but unquestionably the most common is Plantar Fasciitis. The Plantar Fascia is the thick band of tissue that runs across the bottom of your foot. Plantar Fasciitis occurs when this tissue is torn or inflamed. This tear or inflammation normally includes swelling, pain and/or difficulty walking... ( read more...) - Why Does My Heel Hurt?
Do you have a sharp pain on the bottom of your foot near your heel when you first step down in the morning? The number one cause of heel pain in the US is a condition called Plantar Fasciitis. The plantar fascia is a soft tissue structure in the bottom of all of our feet that connects from the the heel bone to the bottom of all five toes. The plantar fascia works like a bowstring to help stabilize the arch... ( read more...) - Common Reasons For Plantar Fasciitis
According to the American Podiatric Medical Association, 77 percent of Americans over 18 suffer from foot pain at one time in their life. Approximately 2 million people in the United States will suffer from one of the most common foot pains called Plantar Fasciitis... ( read more...)
PRONATION
- How Do I Deal With Foot Pronation?
Pronation is the word used to describe a normal motion that we all have in our feet. Pronation occurs in the rearfoot when we land with walking or running and is essentially our built in shock absorber. The foot during pronation tends to lean inward towards the big toe side and sometimes it's associated with the arch dropping or falling.. ( read more...)
SHIN SPLINTS
- Shin Splints | How Shin Splints Are Caused
Shin splints are very common for athletes, runners and dancers. This condition is marked by a throbbing or aching pain along the inner edge of the shinbone. The pain is often felt both during and after physical activity or exercise, and often hurts more when touching the sore area. ( read more ) - How Shin Splints Happen | Shin Splints Prevention
If you think you have shin splints, put your workout on hiatus. Shin splints, otherwise known as tibial stress syndrome, are basically a symptom of an underlying problem, whether it's flat feet, shoes with insufficient support or another issue. ( read more )
TOES
- What Is This Pain In My Big Toe?
People don't realize the importance of your toes until one of them starts to hurt, especially if it's the big toe. It does more work that you may realize and bears about half your weight each time you take a step... ( read more ) - Best Shoes For Mortons Toe | Morton's Toe |Morton Toe
Morton's Toe is a condition that occurs when the second toe is longer than the big toe, leading to excessive pressure on the second toe. ( read more ) - Footwear For Clawed Toes | Claw Foot Toes
In most cases, claw toes develop as a result of wearing shoes that are too short. This often occurs when shoes are sized to fit the big toe, but the second and possibly third toe are longer than the big toe. In rarer cases, claw toe can result from diseases like alcoholism or diabetes. ( read more ) - Toe Fractures
A toe fracture is a break in the bone. There are two types of fractures: Traumatic Fractures and Stress FracturesÂ… ( read more ) - Hallux Rigidus | Big Toe Got You Down? It May Be Hallux Rigidus.
The big toe may be small, but its role in our lives is enormous. Just imagine how hard it would be to walk, run, squat, bend over, rise up on the balls of the feet, or simply keep your balance without the aid of your big toes. So, when they go out of commission it can be hugely disorienting to say the least.... ( read more ) - Hammertoes | Hammer time! Do You Need Hammertoe Surgery?
There are many causes of hammertoes and the most common seen in medical offices is usually called “biomechanical" cause…. ( read more ) - Hammertoes | What Are Hammertoes and How Can They Be Treated
In general, the term "hammertoe" describes a buckling of any of the toe joints. Joints at the end or middle of the toe, as well as the joint near the ball of the foot, may be affected. Toe joints usually curl because of a muscle imbalance or tight tendons. Hammertoes vary in severity and in the number of joints and toes involved.... ( read more ) - Hammertoes | Hammertoes - Symptoms, Prevention & Treatment
The smallest four toes of each foot have three bony segments connected by two joints, just as the fingers do. Hammertoe is a deformity in which one or more of the small toes develops a bend at the joint between the first and second segmentsÂ…. ( read more )
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