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HOW TO DETERMINE YOUR FOOT SIZE?

You have a foot size, not a shoe size. The distinction is important when choosing a manufacturer who will use different molds to make their shoes. A size 38 will not be the same for all manufacturers and even between styles from the same manufacturer.

In order to ensure the best fit we have created a guide to help you measure your foot size. This guide is a tool to help you determine your ideal size, but keep in mind that sizes vary by manufacturer and style.

Not sure of your size? Print one of our guides to help you choose the right size. This guide is there to help you, but boot sizes can vary between manufacturers and styles. View the guide

TIPS & CONSIDERATIONS

In order to avoid foot pain, it is recommended to have shoes that are adapted to your foot. Ill-fitting shoes will aggravate existing pain and are the primary cause of the pain. It is important that your shoes are comfortable from the moment you buy them.

It is common to buy shoes that are too small, in which case you will experience foot cramps or numbness when walking or running. Ill-fitting shoes can cause or worsen the following symptoms: blisters on the toes, bunions, calluses, hammertoes and other problems. For people with severe conditions such as diabetes, it is even more important to have shoes that fit properly, so that your toes can wiggle.

There are several things to consider when buying new shoes, mainly fit and support. You will benefit from having your feet measured by experts who understand the necessary foot fit.

HOW TO DETERMINE IF YOUR SHOE FITS PROPERLY?

Consider these elements to determine if your shoe fits properly:

  • Have your feet measured every year as your feet are likely not the same size and may vary from year to year (your feet never stop changing).
  • Always fit the larger foot. Adjustments can be made to shoes to fit the smaller foot.
  • Trying on shoes later in the day is a good practice. This will determine if the fit is adequate after your feet have swollen during the day.
  • The shoe should have adequate space for your toes when you are standing. There should be about 1cm (3/8″) to 1.3 cm (1/2″) of space between your longest toe and the tip of the shoe (approximately finger size).
  • The widest part of your foot should rest against the widest part of your shoe.
  • If you feel tight or fixed in your shoe, it means that the shoe does not fit your foot properly.
  • Your heel should sit comfortably in the shoe and have minimal slippage.
  • Walk around in the shoe to make sure you are comfortable and make sure there are no pressure points around the seams.

HOW TO DETERMINE IF A SHOE OFFERS GOOD SUPPORT?

There are many ways to determine if a shoe offers good support, here are some factors that may help you:

Backing:

The heel counter is the rigid piece at the back of the shoe that controls the movement of the heel from right to left as you walk. A solid heel counter will provide better support for the foot.

Torsional stability:

Check how easy it is to twist the shoe. A shoe should have some flexibility, but still maintain some rigidity. Torsional stability prevents the foot from twisting or turning during movement. This reduces muscle fatigue due to muscle compensation. To validate torsional stability, you must take the toe and heel of the shoe and turn it in opposite directions. If twisting is difficult, the shoe will provide good support.

Fold of the middle of the foot:

A shoe should not bend in the center (arch of the foot), but rather at the ball of the foot where your foot naturally bends. If the shoe bends in the center, it will not offer much stability.

Removable soles:

A shoe with a removable insole is more versatile than a shoe with a fixed insole. Removable insoles will allow an orthopedic expert to modify a shoe and improve the fit of the shoe. A removable insole can also be replaced by a foot orthosis or a store-bought insole without changing the fit of the shoe too much.