We all want to look stylish, but, more often than not, this comes at a great price to our health. This is especially true when it comes to footwear, as finding a pair of shoes that look good but are actually appropriate for your type of feet is a difficult task. The whole process is made even harder ...

Hammer and mallet toe, sounds painful right? Because it is - excruciatingly painful. But what exactly causes this painful condition? The answer to that question is oftentimes ill-fitting shoes, but there can be other causes as well. Cramped toe boxes in shoes crush your toes together and they can...

Any kind of surgery can set us all back a few steps.  Our bodies need to rebuild, rest, and work our way back into our pre-surgery shape.  We can, usually, get back to our normal day-to-day routine in a short period of time with a little care and caution to the area of the operation. The foot, howeve...

Why would you be looking for sneakers with good arch support? There are many reasons, and they are all very important. Did you know, for example, that for every mile you walk, your feet must absorb pressures that range from 200,000 to 300,000 pounds?  The arches of your feet are taking the main ...

Shoes can be difficult to get on. You have to try and gently ease your foot into the shoe without damaging it in any way. Pulling the shoe with your finger and trying to ease it on can cause damage to the shoe and end up stretching the top part of it, or you can try forcing your foot into the shoe an...

Smelly feet can be embarrassing. It works against our self-confidence every time we have to take off our shoes or socks. Take solace in the fact many, if not all, people experience foot odor at one time or another. Unfortunately, nearly everyone has experienced this awful moment and some more than ot...

Swelling in the feet and ankles also called edema, is a problem that a huge percentage of the adult population faces. With numbers stating that up to 40-50% of Americans suffer from the condition, shoe manufacturers are working extra hard to provide footwear that can address these issues and offer mu...

A great pair of high-quality black shoes is an essential item in any versatile closet. The color is always in fashion and is always a classic wardrobe staple.  Everyone needs at least one pair of basic black shoes to complement their apparel.  They are chic and often go with ...

Have you ever been stuck at the airport security because you were trying to take off your shoes and struggling to get them back on afterward? Or maybe caught between tough choices like picking just an extra pair to fit into your already bulging travel suitcase for summer? If this sounds like you, the...

Birkenstock is the original inventors of the first contoured footbed that promotes health and well being. It all started with a print of a healthy foot cast in sand. Since then they have continually updated to premium materials for superior foot health. In the 1930s they introduced the concept of ana...

Few jobs can take their toll on the entire body as heavily as serving does. With long hours of standing and walking, dependability and comfort are absolute top priorities. Little to no rest during the workday means that working in the restaurant industry requires premium stability and ease of movemen...

Not all sandals are born equal. From lightweight flip-flops to heavy duty hiking sandals, the sheer variety of designs can be overwhelming. Ever been annoyed by thin rubber digging into your skin or feeling restricted by a multitude of straps? Enter the slide sandal; unparalleled in its ability to wa...

High heels may increase your height but walking in them can be a challenge. If you want the height of heels but the stability of flats then wedges are for you. Working hard in the office or dancing at a club, we assure you there is one for you. We have compiled a list of ten of our favorites that ...

Have you ever been walking barefoot and realized your posture isn’t as it should be? Do you also suffer from back pain, hip pain, and knee pain? If you answer is yes to any of these questions... you may have problems with your feet. Yes, these problems can affect how the whole body operates if everyt...

On the days that your regular pair of sneakers simply can’t hold up against rain or snow, a pair of reliable duck boots will aptly do the job your everyday shoes cannot. When the weather isn’t cooperating, duck boots perform well as proper protection against the elements, which explains their popular...

Every step that you take has an impact on your feet but that impact goes further - through your ankles, knees, hips and lower back. If your shoes aren’t providing the necessary arch and heel support your feet will suffer and lose range of motion, impacting much more than just your feet, but the rest ...

When summertime rolls around you know your kids are going to want to spend their days outdoors; running around the park and tumbling around the backyard; kids have a boundless supply of energy. But when you send your kids out the door, the shoes you put them in has a major effect on how much fun they...

Ballet flats are one of the most undeniably versatile options in shoes. They can easily be dressed down with jeans and a blouse for casual day wear or dressed up with a fancier dress option for evening events. One of the other great things about ballet flats - they are a fashionable and comfortable o...

Let’s start at the beginning: what are slip-resistant shoes? Well, the name says it all. They are shoes that are mainly made for standing up for long hours (normally work shifts in hospitals, restaurants, kitchens, factories, etc.) that help prevent you from slipping on surfaces; whether wet or dry. ...

Heel pain is an on-going concern for a lot of people in the world today, and the type of footwear you opt for can have a significant impact on how you feel when you're out of the house.  Walking on painful heels can jeopardize your everyday life, making you uncomfortable at all times and resistant to...

Having flat feet doesn't mean that you have to feel uncomfortable every time you put on a pair of shoes. With all of the advances that have been made in footwear, more and more brands are making sure that they make models that are designed for people with flatter feet. Bulky, ugly, and downright unco...

If you have ever tried on shoes and found that they feel extra tight, or pinch your skin? Then you may need to start buying shoes that are sized specifically for wide feet. Whether your feet are naturally wide, or you have a foot condition that affects your sizing, purchasing a pair of wide or ext...

Choosing the right footwear has never been more important. Whether you’re around heavy machinery, on a farm, or just downright tough, having no pain and comfort are essential when choosing the right boot for you. Why settle for sweaty feet full of blisters when a little research is just around the co...

Our feet sometimes don’t get the credit they deserve; we stand on them all day, run with them and play soccer with them, so why not give your two feet a little credit and reward them with a comfortable shoe that will feel good and look good too. We’ve compiled the top 10 best comfort shoes on the ...

Across the shoe buying spectrum, the true significance of comfort, professional sleek style, and easy to manage shoe-wear is relatable to all. A pair of the great-looking loafers unbeatably finds itself at the top of each of these lists. Quite frankly a pair of these shoes proves itself to be ideal f...

From professional chefs to home cooks, we all deserve an exceptional pair of shoes to get us through our time in the kitchen. Ask anyone who has had the misfortune of wearing the wrong shoes (and no, fancy shoes are not for the kitchen) for an extended period of time while moving about the kitchen, a...

Serious issues, relating to the feet, back, and knees are not an uncommon thing to hear about in today’s society with roughly 75% of the population experiencing foot related health problems at some point in their lives. Luckily, the majority of these problems are preventable and can be avoided altoge...

Dansko Clogs are a popular choice of footwear for individuals who work in the nursing industry. This type of footwear provides nurses with the much-needed support for the hours spent on their feet, in order to prevent (or at least minimize) the amount of foot, knee, ankle, and back pain endured. A...