shoe laces Archives - Fixing Your Feet

Oct 21, 2005 · by John · In: Uncategorized Tagged: foot wear, Footwear, shoe fit, shoe laces, shoelaces

A few posts ago, I talked about lacing options. Several of these were stretchy laces that are used instead of regular shoelaces. Then a few days ago I read a report from a triathlete who said after a marathon: “My left instep is still quite bruised - it took a pounding from the stretchy triathlon shoelaces that I used and whooops! - never adjusted quite properly. Lesson learned: too loose is better than too snug.” In other words, she put the laces in …

Oct 10, 2005 · by John · In: Footcare, Footwear, Sports Tagged: Footwear, lacing shoes, shoe lace products, shoe laces, shoelaces

Several lacing products work well for running and walking shoes, and some boots. These products replace the normal shoelaces and end the problem of laces coming untied or broken. Experiment with these laces to find the most comfortable degree of lace tightness that does not cause undo pressure on the instep and yet controls the heel. A product that can help with instep irritations is a tongue cushion. Easy Laces are lockable shoelaces featuring a stretchy elastic cord with an …

Oct 8, 2005 · by John · In: Footcare, Footwear, Health, Sports Tagged: foot pain, foot wear, Footwear, shoe laces, shoelaces

Some people have problems with shoelaces causing friction and pressure. They may experience bruising over the instep where the laces tie. Laces can be adjusted to fine-tune the fit of the shoe or boot and to relieve pressure over the instep. Lacing variations can make a shoe fit better and allow for needed spacing in the tongue area or provide for better heel control. The conventional method of lacing, criss-cross to the top of the shoe, works best for the majority of people. On the other end of …

Oct 4, 2005 · by John · In: Footcare, Footwear, Health, Sports, Travel Tagged: blister, blisters, Foot Care, foot powders, Footcare, gaiters, orthotics, shoe laces, shoe lacing

The Second Line of Blister DefenseThe second line of defense includes a variety of options. Skin tougheners, taping, orthotics, nutrition for the feet, proper hydration, anti-perspirants for the feet, gaiters, laces, and frequent sock and shoe changes each contribute to the prevention of blisters. Some of these options may be more important for your feet than for mine. Knowing Your Blister Prevention OptionsSkin tougheners work three ways. They coat the feet for protection, toughen the skin, …

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