Stylish Women Rejoice!

Dr. Judith F. Baumhauer, a spokesperson for the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society and an orthopedic surgeon specializing in foot and ankle care, says there are certain qualities that make a shoe great for you. Here are Dr. Baumhauer’s shopping tips for finding smart shoes:

• The shoe’s sole should be made of a shock-absorbing material such as rubber or cork.
• The upper portion should be made of expanding materials such as soft leather.
• The widest portion of the sole should match the width of the ball of your foot.
• Your heel should fit snugly into the back of the shoe.
• Get both feet measured--the size and shape of each foot changes with age. Buy for the larger foot, if needed.
• Shop at the end of the day when your feet have expanded.
• Go where a reputable salesperson is available for sizing.

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