Chris Stanley, pedorthist and
director of training at Lamey Wellehan Shoes, was one of the experts who gave
us some advice on caring for achy feet.
According to Chris, the number one statement that they hear from their clients is: “I'm on my feet all day, and I need a comfortable shoe.”
According to Chris, the number one statement that they hear from their clients is: “I'm on my feet all day, and I need a comfortable shoe.”
Here are a few tips:
- When it comes to foot fatigue and comfort, the best treatment is an evaluation of what the person is currently wearing for shoes. About 80% of Americans are wearing shoes that don't fit correctly (often they are too small) and that can cause discomfort, especially toward the end of the day when the feet end up changing in shape and volume.
- When looking at new shoes, many people want to have soft, spongy cushions under their feet, but in most cases, that can be detrimental. Having support characteristics in a shoe will actually reduce foot fatigue and increase comfort.
- When shopping for work shoes, shop at a shoe store that measures feet and offers a variety of brands and styles. If the salesperson doesn't offer to measure your feet and doesn't bother to review how your shoes fit, then go to a different store. The proper shoe, matched with the proper size, often can solve many comfort-related issues.
- Take time to stretch. Calf stretches will help to pump blood up out of the foot and generally improve blood circulation. Rolling your foot over a tennis ball or a foot massager will help the intrinsic foot muscles.
Tired, aching legs may also be a
symptom of vein disease, a condition that is highly treatable. Click here
to see if you have any of the common signs of
vein disease. And remember, legs aren’t supposed to hurt, even at
the end of a long workday!
If you have any questions, you’re
always welcome to contact
us at the Vein Healthcare Center.
