Finding a Good Fit 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. “Getting a good shoe is tricky because the fit completely depends on your foot,” she explains, “but it’s easier when you know some specifics to look for.”
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.
