I have had a particular pair of shoes for about four years. They are black leather slip on shoes that vaguely resemble "boots". They are nice enough to wear to the office and rugged enough to wear for long periods of time. However, after four years of wearing them for 8-16 hours a day, 5-7 days a week (and at one job for almost 3 years I was predominantly standing in them), they are not doing so well. They are wrinkled and stretched out, the cloth and foam supporting the heel has worn away, and I have to replace the insoles every 3-4 months.
So here are my questions:
How long is too long to keep a pair of shoes? I am starting to wonder, if insoles cost about $10, so $30-40 a year and the shoes cost $80, I am starting to waste my money.
Next: What are some tips on taking care of leather shoes, and shoes in general, to make them last longer.
Last: What is a good brand of work shoe? They have to be available in wide width, be comfortable, and have good ankle and arch support!
Thanks!
Shoe care and recommendations?
After four years of constant wear, I don't think you should be asking for advise on how to make shoes last. I've had a pair of New Balance runners since 2000, but they're only worn when I run. As long as you still like the shoes, I say keep them, however, once they start looking aged, I'd stop wearing them to the office.
The main key to keeping leather shoes in good shape is to keep them dry. If they are polished, some kiwi from time to time will make them last. If not, try leather conditioner.
You didn't mention the kind of work you do.
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Monday, August 3, 2009
The bones in my feet hurt?
I've been playing ultimate frisbee with my friends alot lately and afterwards the bones on the top of my feet above the arches are just so painful. I've been a runner for most of my life and never had this problem before. Although I stopped running for about 2 years and this was to jump start me back in to some sort of exercise. But every time I play the pain is worse that night. I got out of bed today and almost fell in the suprising intensity of the pain. I've heard it's from arches but my shoes have decent arch support. I could try and change the insoles does anybody know a good arch support insole?
The bones in my feet hurt?
I've never played ultimate frisbee but I can imagine that it involves more than just running. Jumping and lateral movements put a lot more stress on the small bones in the feet. It could just be soreness due to new activity but the severeness of the pain as you described it might warrant going to the doctor and maybe getting some x-rays for a stress/hair-line fracture.
tanning
The bones in my feet hurt?
I've never played ultimate frisbee but I can imagine that it involves more than just running. Jumping and lateral movements put a lot more stress on the small bones in the feet. It could just be soreness due to new activity but the severeness of the pain as you described it might warrant going to the doctor and maybe getting some x-rays for a stress/hair-line fracture.
tanning
New dc shoes?
i just got some dc shoes 2 days ago. when i put my foot in them the edge of my foot was rubbing on the side just a little bit and when i took the insoles out it was a lot better. i didn't feel any difference when they were out. I just want to know if it's bad if you don't wear shoes with the insoles. And.....when you get new shoes, do they feel a little bigger after your break them in??
thnx
New dc shoes?
well i hadthe smae problem with my DC's and dont take out the sole it will wear out the shoe in about 2 months but yes keep walking around in them and you will break them in...u might get a blister on your foot but just walk around in them and they will get a bit wider!
hope this helps!
samxoxo
flower
thnx
New dc shoes?
well i hadthe smae problem with my DC's and dont take out the sole it will wear out the shoe in about 2 months but yes keep walking around in them and you will break them in...u might get a blister on your foot but just walk around in them and they will get a bit wider!
hope this helps!
samxoxo
flower
How to properly use heel liners in running shoes/sneakers?
Ok I know this is a rather dumb question, but I can't find a place in the heel where it feels right. Do you put them up at the top of the heel or at the bottom so it touches the insole, or somewhere in between? I have Dr. Scholl's heel liners, but is there some better brand, or another way to make shoes fit better that slip in the heels? (i don't want heel cups or insoles)
How to properly use heel liners in running shoes/sneakers?
You should take the insoles that came with the shoe out and use it as a template to cut the new insoles. If you go to a real running shoe store they will usually know which insoles you need and do this all for you.
Reply:Your best bet if you don't like insoles is to get shoes that fit. Go to a real runners shoe store and get fitted for shoes that fit your feet and match your style.
tanning
How to properly use heel liners in running shoes/sneakers?
You should take the insoles that came with the shoe out and use it as a template to cut the new insoles. If you go to a real running shoe store they will usually know which insoles you need and do this all for you.
Reply:Your best bet if you don't like insoles is to get shoes that fit. Go to a real runners shoe store and get fitted for shoes that fit your feet and match your style.
tanning
Shoes that massage your feet while wearing. I had Adias sandal for summer but want something for autumn/cold?
during the summer I had a pair of adidassage sandal and some croc like shoes that also massage the sole of the feet and I am hoping that there are some Covered shoes/boot with the same time of insole or maybe there are some Insoles with those massage nodules on them that can be purchased. Please Somebody Help me!!!! PLEASE!!!!!!!!
Shoes that massage your feet while wearing. I had Adias sandal for summer but want something for autumn/cold?
yes ll bean is definately a good place to visit. there are also some great soles that you can buy seperately from shoes in order to massage your feet no matter what shoes you wear.
Reply:You should check out L.L. Bean. They have really great stuff plus if anything gets damaged, they replace it for free no matter how old it is. Can't beat that. Great company. They have really comfortable loafers other things. I don't know about the massage nods, but they have great stuff.
sweating
Shoes that massage your feet while wearing. I had Adias sandal for summer but want something for autumn/cold?
yes ll bean is definately a good place to visit. there are also some great soles that you can buy seperately from shoes in order to massage your feet no matter what shoes you wear.
Reply:You should check out L.L. Bean. They have really great stuff plus if anything gets damaged, they replace it for free no matter how old it is. Can't beat that. Great company. They have really comfortable loafers other things. I don't know about the massage nods, but they have great stuff.
sweating
Anyone having pain in their feet and ankles?
I've had progressive pain in first the right foot and ankle and now have pain in both feet and ankles. I did a web search and FOUND the answer to my pain. The pain was in my ankles and heels. I bought pain creams, magnet treatments, many many shoes, pain tablets, insoles... I searched out "arch" pain and causes and that's it!!! I bought those walk fit insoles and never used them till tonight...I wrapped them on my feet with ace bandages and socks and wore them and the pain is slowly leaving!!! What relief I don't have to crawl to the bathroom anymore. Anyone know of some good inexpensive arch support shoes???
Anyone having pain in their feet and ankles?
Go to a podiatrist and get orthodics that fit your particular foot problem. I have worn orthodics for thirty years and they have ended my pain.
Reply:As someone else asked ,are you overweight.In general alot of people in this country are and that,contributes to aching feet and ankles, also I would check in with a gym if you don't already belong and have a trainer give you leg and inner thigh-muscle exercises, they don't change things over night but over a few months I found out personally you can dramatically strengthen your instep and reduce foot pain.
At any rate this is a most neglected muscle development area.
Good luck
Reply:have you tried exercising ur feet with calf raises? maybe you can get a trampoline for that.
Reply:Are you overwieight? That could be the problem. If not, go to a Chiro on a regular basis and take an aspirin every day and get a massage on a bi-weekly basis.
maintenance repairs
Anyone having pain in their feet and ankles?
Go to a podiatrist and get orthodics that fit your particular foot problem. I have worn orthodics for thirty years and they have ended my pain.
Reply:As someone else asked ,are you overweight.In general alot of people in this country are and that,contributes to aching feet and ankles, also I would check in with a gym if you don't already belong and have a trainer give you leg and inner thigh-muscle exercises, they don't change things over night but over a few months I found out personally you can dramatically strengthen your instep and reduce foot pain.
At any rate this is a most neglected muscle development area.
Good luck
Reply:have you tried exercising ur feet with calf raises? maybe you can get a trampoline for that.
Reply:Are you overwieight? That could be the problem. If not, go to a Chiro on a regular basis and take an aspirin every day and get a massage on a bi-weekly basis.
maintenance repairs
Horrible foot pain while working, help so I don't lose job!?
My doctor diagnosed me with falling arches and prescribed me special insoles to put in my shoes. However, the insoles hurt worse than being without them.
Recently I started a new job, standing 8 hrs a day. I can't even stand up anymore. I get home and I'm falling down all over, that's how bad the foot pain is.
It's basically swelling in both feet at about 2 hrs., then my feet start to ache at 3 hrs. on the job, then my feet start burning (I don't mean a slight burn, I mean "someone has a flame up to my feet" burn) this happens at about 5 hrs into the day. By the time the day is done, I'm basically falling over. I also have bad aches in my back.
Is it just the falling archs problems, or maybe something more medical?
Horrible foot pain while working, help so I don't lose job!?
CROCS! I have the same problem in my left foot. I could barely walk. I discovered a brand of shoe called Crocs. I can't believe how comfortable my foot is now! Put your arch supports in the shoes when you try them on, to get the correct size and try them on in the afternoon after your feet have already swelled up, as they will have increased at least a half size.
Depending on where you purchase them, they can cost as little as $35 and up. I have had mine for 6 months and they are as comfortable now, as the day I bought them. I don't wear any other brand of shoe. I CAN"T. I can't walk in anything else. They come in many styles.
These sites shows the styles available. I buy mine locally but you can order them here if you can't find them in a local store.
You may find that you don't need the arch supports but then again, you may still need them. Try the shoes both ways. They have enough give that the supports shouldn't hurt your feet.
Reply:sounds like maybe the orthotics need some modification. if you're looking for an informative website with educational information and products over the counter i would suggest trying myfootshop.com. it is very imformative and i think you might benefit from it, sounds like you have significant foot pain, if the site does not help call and make appointment with a podiatrist to get control of the pain. try using the direct links below to the site, give it a try good luck!
Reply:Face it, you need a job where your not on your feet so much.Get a written report from Dr. showing what your problem is and have him put down what you can do and how long.You may need this in the future.
Reply:I'm not a doctor, but I have had similar problems, being on my feet all day, too. Your back has a lot to do with the way you stand. Your shoes are also a problem. Make sure that you stand straight. I don't know what you do for a job, but it is important that you stand straight and wear good shoes. (shoesforcrews.com is a good start) Nobody realises sometimes that one part of your body that hurts could be caused by another part of your body in danger of becoming ill. (I know it sounds crazy) I would have your back checked out because maybe you have a pinched nerve somewhere in your hip or leg that would cause the burning sensation. Also, the insoles more than likely hurt because you're not used to them. Any part of your body that you change like that, will be discomforting because you're not used to it. Hope this helps you. Take care.
Reply:it sounds like you could have heel spurs/plantar facitis you need to go to a podiastrist who can xray your feet. with all the foot problems you are having you are not walking correctly which is making your back hurt.
Reply:Flat feet can cause really bad problems. I would talk to your doctor again and tell him your situation. You should not have to stand up 8 hours a day, maybe you can get a stool or something to help. Also you may need time to adjust to your new job if you are not used to being on your feet all the time.
Reply:this sounds kinda medical so if i were you I'd go to the hospital
just to make sure , or it might just be the shoes you were
aircraft
Recently I started a new job, standing 8 hrs a day. I can't even stand up anymore. I get home and I'm falling down all over, that's how bad the foot pain is.
It's basically swelling in both feet at about 2 hrs., then my feet start to ache at 3 hrs. on the job, then my feet start burning (I don't mean a slight burn, I mean "someone has a flame up to my feet" burn) this happens at about 5 hrs into the day. By the time the day is done, I'm basically falling over. I also have bad aches in my back.
Is it just the falling archs problems, or maybe something more medical?
Horrible foot pain while working, help so I don't lose job!?
CROCS! I have the same problem in my left foot. I could barely walk. I discovered a brand of shoe called Crocs. I can't believe how comfortable my foot is now! Put your arch supports in the shoes when you try them on, to get the correct size and try them on in the afternoon after your feet have already swelled up, as they will have increased at least a half size.
Depending on where you purchase them, they can cost as little as $35 and up. I have had mine for 6 months and they are as comfortable now, as the day I bought them. I don't wear any other brand of shoe. I CAN"T. I can't walk in anything else. They come in many styles.
These sites shows the styles available. I buy mine locally but you can order them here if you can't find them in a local store.
You may find that you don't need the arch supports but then again, you may still need them. Try the shoes both ways. They have enough give that the supports shouldn't hurt your feet.
Reply:sounds like maybe the orthotics need some modification. if you're looking for an informative website with educational information and products over the counter i would suggest trying myfootshop.com. it is very imformative and i think you might benefit from it, sounds like you have significant foot pain, if the site does not help call and make appointment with a podiatrist to get control of the pain. try using the direct links below to the site, give it a try good luck!
Reply:Face it, you need a job where your not on your feet so much.Get a written report from Dr. showing what your problem is and have him put down what you can do and how long.You may need this in the future.
Reply:I'm not a doctor, but I have had similar problems, being on my feet all day, too. Your back has a lot to do with the way you stand. Your shoes are also a problem. Make sure that you stand straight. I don't know what you do for a job, but it is important that you stand straight and wear good shoes. (shoesforcrews.com is a good start) Nobody realises sometimes that one part of your body that hurts could be caused by another part of your body in danger of becoming ill. (I know it sounds crazy) I would have your back checked out because maybe you have a pinched nerve somewhere in your hip or leg that would cause the burning sensation. Also, the insoles more than likely hurt because you're not used to them. Any part of your body that you change like that, will be discomforting because you're not used to it. Hope this helps you. Take care.
Reply:it sounds like you could have heel spurs/plantar facitis you need to go to a podiastrist who can xray your feet. with all the foot problems you are having you are not walking correctly which is making your back hurt.
Reply:Flat feet can cause really bad problems. I would talk to your doctor again and tell him your situation. You should not have to stand up 8 hours a day, maybe you can get a stool or something to help. Also you may need time to adjust to your new job if you are not used to being on your feet all the time.
Reply:this sounds kinda medical so if i were you I'd go to the hospital
just to make sure , or it might just be the shoes you were
aircraft
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