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Larger Feet create Larger Shoe Sizes

bigger-feet.jpgMaking size 12 shoes is not uncommon for shoe retailer Stuart Weitzman. For the manufacturer, size 7 was the average shoe size the company produced in the past. In recent times, however, size 8 has become the new average. The production of shoes in larger sizes, like size 12, is becoming all the more common as foot size increases.

The average shoe size has gone up two sizes since the 1970s, experts comment. Measuring shoe size in-store is now more important than ever with the fast increase of foot size. The best fit is not always guaranteed with the selection of the same size for every pair. It has also been reported that feet become larger later in the day; therefore it is best to go shoe shopping during this time.

Wearing the proper shoe size is the first step in the prevention of various foot conditions. Speak to podiatrist Dr. Zahid Ladha of Foot First Podiatry for more information. Dr. Ladha will provide you with quality foot and ankle treatment.

Getting the Right Shoe Size: How To Keep Your Feet Happy

Are your shoes the right size? Many people are walking around with ill-fitting shoes. Picking the right shoe size is not rocket science, but there are a few things to remember when selecting your next pair.

  • Make sure your toes are not cramped
  • Be able to wiggle your toes
  • There should be one inch between your toes and the shoe’s tip

Most shoe stores and department stores have rulers for measuring your feet, and these can give you an exact size. Be sure to measure with your shoe on. Measuring your foot will give you a different size than your shoe. If you do measure your foot size, you will need to add 1-2 inches to get the proper sizing.

If your shoes are not properly sized, you can experience:

-foot pain
-knee pain
-blisters
-swelling

Don’t assume that you will always wear the same size in a shoe. Often manufacturers size shoes differently.

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If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office, located in New Albany, IN. We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all of your foot ankle injuries.

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Foot First Podiatry

3605 Northgate Ct Ste 206
New Albany, IN 47150
(812) 945-9221 (812) 945-7141

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3605 Northgate Ct Ste 206 New Albany, IN 47150

Hours of Operation

The office is closed from 12:00 to 1:00 for lunch Monday thru Thursday.

Foot First Podiatry

Monday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Tuesday:

8:00 am-4:00 pm

Wednesday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Thursday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Friday:

8:00 am-1:00 pm

Saturday:

Closed

Sunday:

Closed