The orthopaedic surgeons are alerting individuals to the many types of foot problems caused by ill-fitting shoes. The Academy is providing tips to individuals about how to select shoes that fit. Your foot size increases as you get older. Try on both shoes. Fit new shoes to your largest foot.
Most people have one foot larger than the other.
Stand during the fitting process and walk a few steps to make sure the shoes are comfortable. Your heel should fit snugly in the shoe with no slippage. When the shoe is on your foot, you should be able to freely wiggle all of your toes. Sizes vary among shoe brands and styles. Judge a shoe by how it fits on your foot not by the marked size.