FOOTWEAR AND FOOTCARE

 

Footwear and Footcare are two terms that are often used interchangeably.

Your footwear has a direct impact on your feet’s overall health. It’s critical that your shoes conform to your feet and match the width and shape of your entire foot. If you discover that your feet are aching and fatigued all of the time, it’s time to upgrade your footwear. Foot discomfort and other difficulties might occur if you wear the wrong shoes. Learning more about your feet, the proper and wrong shoes, and general foot care can all assist to keep your feet in good shape. If you’ve tried new shoes and are still in pain, your footcare regimen may need to be tweaked, and knowing your arch type is a great place to start.

 

Types of Foot Arches

There are three major types of foot arches, and understanding which one you have will help you choose the ideal sort of footwear for you. The three types are as follows: (Source: Medline Plus)

 

When you walk, your foot will tend to over-pronate and roll inward if you have flat feet. You’re more susceptible to arch discomfort, heel pain, and plantar fasciitis as a result of this. In the United States, about 8% of adults have flat feet.

Medium arch: This arch is biomechanically effective and somewhat flexible. However, you may still experience pain in the balls and heels of your feet.

The forefoot and rearfoot are put under a lot of pressure when you have a high arch. Your arch is high, and your foot has a stiff feel to it. A high arch can cause pain in the balls of your feet and heels, as well as plantar fasciitis.

 

Shoes to Avoid

Your footwear can benefit or harm your feet. It’s critical to select shoes that provide enough support for your arch type. Regardless of your arch type, certain shoes are not recommended:

 

Flip flops: These shoes provide very little support for your feet and may increase your chance of developing plantar fasciitis.

Shoes that are worn out do not provide the arch support that your feet require. They’re also not recommended for use with orthotic insoles.

High heels: Due to a lack of support and putting your feet into an unnatural position while wearing them, these shoes can cause foot pain and disorders such as bunions.

Pointed shoes may cause structural damage and pain over time because they squeeze your toes.

 

How to Take Care of Your Feet

Consider adding an arch support insole to your existing shoe before you spend a lot of money on new shoes. If you need to replace your shoes, make sure you pick a pair with enough room in the toe box. If you do decide to use an arch support, keep pressure off the end of your foot and avoid putting pressure on your toenails’ tops or ends (Better Health). Proper footcare and comfort can be achieved with the use of orthotic insoles.

 

They can also help with the following health issues:

 

Arthritis

Bursitis

Flat feet

Heel spurs

Injuries

Back pain

Bunions

Diabetes

Hammer toes

High arches

Plantar fasciitis

To choose the correct inserts, you must examine your arch type as well as what you will be doing in your shoes. Will you be running or doing moderate to vigorous exercise in your shoes, for example? If this is the case, you will require more support than if you simply stroll around in your shoes. It’s also vital to consider how often you’ll be wearing your shoes, since you’ll need a more durable insert if you’ll be using them everyday and for long periods of time.

 

All of these criteria will play a role in determining which inserts are best for you. Customizable arch support shoe inserts, such as IDEASTEP, are one of the best solutions. These orthotic insoles aren’t your standard shoe inserts since they have a revolutionary PowerLift Arch® suspension mechanism that allows you to personalize your arch support.

 

FOOTWEAR AND CARE

 

With IDEASTEP Arch Control Insoles, it’s time to make sure you’re doing everything you can for your feet. Because of their adjustable technology, these shoe inserts provide customisable arch support. This ensures that you have the best possible support and comfort with every stride you take. You can dramatically lower your risk of foot issues by practicing appropriate routine footcare. Take charge of your footcare right now! Learn more about the unique Arch-Control Insole.