Podiatry Shoe Review

Voted "Top Doctor" in Phoenix Magazine's April 2014, 2015 & 2016 issues, Dr. Cathleen A. McCarthy discusses and recommends shoes for people of all ages with a multitude of podiatric problems. My goal is to help you find good looking shoes that are good for your feet and are pathology specific. For an appointment at our North Scottsdale office, please schedule an appointment by calling (480) 563 5115. For more information, please visit www.pinnaclepeakpodiatry.com

Sunday, March 1, 2009

Update about "Anne's Wide Shoes"...

Claire was kind enough to give me an update on "Anne's Wide Shoes" and unfortunately they have closed.

Claire recommends The Shoe Mill which carries many of the same brands for wide to extra wide shoes.

She also recommends OtherWideShoes on the NE Corner of Southern & McClintock.

Both stores are in Tempe, AZ but she says "the trek is worth it"!

Thank You Claire!!

FOR A SHOE TO BE GOOD ENOUGH FOR YOUR FEET, IT MUST MEET 4 CRITERIA:

1. A thick, rigid and non-flexible sole. This is the most important feature of the shoe! Any shoe that bends or flexes through the sole is setting you up for pain, inflammation, arthritic joint changes and increased risk of injury.
2. Wide, soft toebox. You can get Extra-Depth toebox shoes for more room in the forefoot area.
3. RearFoot Control. A shoe must have at least a strap in the back. No backless shoes!
4. Arch Support, which can be achieved with orthotics, OTC inserts or a heat-molded insert.

MOST FOOT PROBLEMS ARE CAUSED BY:

1. Genetics. Biomechanical foot types and foot issues can be genetic. So, look at Mama's feet and if you don't like what you see - get in better shoes and start taking care of your feet today!
2. Trauma.
3. Poor Shoegear. Wearing shoes that aren't good enough for your feet can cause fractures, sprains, bunions, hammertoes and even toenail fungus and ingrown toenails.
4. Underlying Systemic Disorder (Diabetes, Autoimmune Disease, ect)
5. Environmental. Smoking cigarettes, alcohol consumption and drugs can take a massive toll on your foot health.

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Sunday, March 1, 2009

Update about "Anne's Wide Shoes"...