Proper shoe length<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nProper fitting shoes prevent pressure and shear to the factors listed in the \u201ccauses\u201d section mentioned above. To fit footwear properly, it is important to look at the length, width and depth.<\/p>\n
The length should be spaced about a thumb width (0.5\u201d-0.75\u201d) between the end of the longest toe and the end of the shoe. Be aware that the longest toe may be the second toe. The width should be<\/p>\nTesting shoe depth<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nwide enough that the sides of are not bulging out of the shoe. An easy test to do on your own is take the insole out of the shoe and stand on the insole. The widest points of the forefoot should be in line with the corresponding parts of the insole. To determine the depth of the shoe, pinch the material at the end of the laces (towards to toes). The material should have some play, but not enough to grab with both fingers.<\/p>\n
There are other features in orthopaedic footwear to help with shoe fit such as stretched areas for bunions, specialized wider widths and depths, difference lace closures and rocker soles.<\/p>\n
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