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Ibd Sufferers: You Can End the Struggle

I was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis eight years ago, and I was told that I would likely struggle with flare-ups for the rest of my life. I heard stories of other sufferers who had to eventually have their colons removed, and I became determined to not become part of this statistic. I was prescribed a daily medication that helps manage my condition, and although I don't like taking pills, I realize I need it to keep my colon healthy. I still experienced flares, so I began an elimination diet recommended by my doctor and found my "trigger" foods. I have now been flare-free for two years! I created this blog to help remind others with IBD that there is hope. You can end the constant struggle if you work with your doctor to try different methods of controlling your disease.

Choosing Orthopedic Shoes That Work With You, Not Against You

16 September 2021
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

Orthopedic shoes can be life changing when you are on your feet all day or if you suffer from ongoing foot ailments like plantar fasciitis or Achilles tendinitis. However, you have to choose the right orthopedic shoes to ensure they help you, rather than making things worse. Here are some tips to help you do just that.

Go somewhere in person and try the shoes on.

These days, you can buy almost anything over the internet, including orthopedic shoes. If you find a website with a great return policy, this can work, since you can return any shoes that don't fit. However, trying on and returning multiple shoes does take time. You can save time by visiting a store in-person. This way, you can try on multiple types of orthopedic shoes and see what actually fits and is comfortable. Sizing for orthopedic shoes can be different than sizing for regular shoes, which is another reason why trying them on in-person is important. You may wear a size 8.5 in most shoes, for example, but discover you need a 9 in orthopedic shoes.

Look for shoes specifically recommended for your foot ailment.

If you have plantar fasciitis, look for shoes recommended for people with plantar fasciitis. If you have Achilles tendinits, try on shoes recommended for that ailment. This way, the shoes you choose will be designed to offer support in the more specific areas where you need it the most. General-purpose orthopedic shoes might do an okay job, but these more specialized ones should do an even better job. Of course if you're buying orthopedic shoes for general support and you don't have any notable foot problems, then general-purpose shoe are best for you.

Choose the sole type designed for the type of surfaces you spend the most time on.

Orthopedic shoes have different types of soles. If you're going to stand on concrete or another hard surface all day, then you probably want a really soft, well-cushioned sole. If you're going to be walking over rocks, a harder sole will give you more support. If you plan on wearing orthopedic shoes for multiple uses, you might find you need to buy more than one pair.

With the tips above, you'll have better luck selecting orthopedic shoes that really work well for you. Talk to your doctor for more tips and advice. They can point you towards good shoe retailers and also towards specific models of shoes that might suit your needs. Contact a company like Mid Star Lab Inc to learn more.