F O O T P R I N T SA N I N F O R M AT I O N A L N E W S L E T T E R F O R PAT I E N T S O F A P M A M E M B E R P O D I AT R I S T S F E B R U A R Y 2 0 1 5

W I N T E R E D I T I O N

According to a 2014 Today’s Podiatrist survey by

the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA),

nearly half of all women (49 percent) wear high

heels, even though the majority of heel wearers

(71 percent) complain these shoes hurt their feet.

It’s no wonder that so many women experience pain

from these shoes—blisters and arch and heel pain

are common culprits associated with high heel wear.

Heels can also cause your Achilles tendon to shrink,

putting you at greater risk of an injury when doing

any activities while wearing flats, including exercise.

Luckily, APMA has some solutions to common

problems associated with wearing high heels.

problem: Burning sensation on the balls

and toes of the feet

solution: Alleviate the burning sensation

by adding a cushion insert, like the Insolia®

High Heel Insert. This product is specifically

designed to reduce pressure on the balls

of your feet. It also helps improve body

alignment, balance, and ankle stability.

problem: Minimal arch support, which can

cause foot fatigue

solution: Promote arch support by adding

a shoe insert especially designed for high

heels. Try Foot Petals Amazing Arches

Cushions. These inserts promote arch

support and help distribute weight evenly.

problem: Painful blisters and abrasions

on the outsides and heels of the feet

solution: Prevent the cause of blisters

and abrasions by inserting a foot adhesive

in those trouble spots. Adding an adhesive

helps minimize the damage caused by

friction. Try the PU-Gel Self Adhesive

Heel Grip if your heels are the trouble area.

Find these products and many

more with the APMA Seal of

Acceptance or Seal of Approval

at www.apma.org/seal.

VALENTINE’S DAY IS A GREAT EXCUSE TO GET DRESSED UP AND GO OUT

FOR A NICE DINNER OR DRINKS WITH THOSE YOU CARE ABOUT. WHETHER

CELEBRATING THE HOLIDAY WITH A SIGNIFICANT OTHER OR A GROUP OF

GIRLFRIENDS, MANY WOMEN MAY OPT TO WEAR HIGH HEELS ON THE 14TH.

SHOW YOUR FEET SOME LOVE THIS VALENTINE’S DAY

M E M B E R

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HEAD OVER HEELS

APMA REMINDS ALL HIGH HEEL WE ARERS

TO TRE AT HIGH HEELS LIKE DESSERT —WE AR

THESE SHOES SPARINGLY! IF AND WHEN YOU

DO CHOOSE TO WE AR HIGH HEELS, KEEP THESE

PODIATRIST-APPROVED TIPS IN MIND:

1 Wear shoes with a heel height of two inches or less

2 Look for a shoe with a generous toe box area

3 Try to find a shoe with a slight heel or wedge to encourage your arch to lift

4 Inspect for cushioning at the front

A MATCH MADE IN HEAVEN

LOOKING FOR A WAY TO PAMPER YOUR

SIGNIFICANT OTHER? TRY GIVING

A FOOT MASSAGE!

Foot rubs not only feel good, but they’re also a

great way to release tension, boost circulation,

and refresh skin after a long day on your feet.

Take a few minutes to massage feet at the end

of the day. Use an emollient-enriched lotion and

take care of moisturizing at the same time! Be

careful not to leave any excess lotion in between

toes, as it can promote the development of

athlete’s foot or a fungal infection.

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