If you have chronic foot pain from frequent standing for your work, athletics, an underlying condition, or otherwise, you likely have a favourite pair of footwear that you use regularly because of how it makes your feet feel. Footwear can influence your foot pain, either making it worse or better. Here’s how:
- Support and cushioning: Some footwear offers minimal arch support and cushioning, like flat sandals or high heels. These types of shoes will likely worsen your foot pain throughout the day. Shoes that have more cushioning and arch support, however, may reduce your foot pain. It’s important to make sure that you have enough support and cushioning in your shoes.
- The right size and shape: It’s also important for your footwear to be the right size and shape for your feet. Otherwise, the shoes can make your feet feel cramped and cause foot pain over time. You will want to choose shoes that have enough space for your feet to breathe without being too loose.
- Use foot orthotics: You can get custom foot orthotics to fit inside your shoes. They are made according to the size and shape of your foot, designed to support your pain points and reduce your foot pain overall. They can also alleviate the pressure on your feet, redistribute the weight, act as extra cushioning, and help to improve your overall foot function and posture.
You can give us a call if you would like to learn more about how we can help you with your foot pain or our custom foot orthotics.