High rise is when not every shoe will fit. A steep climb looks very nice, because the foot is not a flat cake, with a sharp bend. Shoes or sandals look especially good on the leg, and with boots it is much more difficult.
Large, overweight people have such a structure, it is much more difficult for them to choose shoes. All boots should be much wider than usual at the ankle, the last is comfortable, otherwise the step will be accompanied by pain, the legs literally twist. Such people should not wear flat shoes all the time, as flat feet appear.
High rise of the foot - what is it, its disadvantages
It is believed that such a foot structure is accepted in ballet. Strongly raised top of the foot from toes to ankle. The foot does not lie completely in the shoe, the emphasis goes on the heel and toes. When the leg gets tired, it begins to twist from pain.
The disadvantages are that the foot does not fit into shoes and boots, it literally rests on the upper part due to the unnaturally high position of the foot. It's hard to walk in heels. Sandals on the platform help out, it is not very beautiful, but the foot fits snugly along the entire length and does not get tired.
High rise plus:
- looks good;
- provides the foot with good stability;
- excellent shock absorption when running, walking;
- the leg is fixed, does not require support, does not fly out.
All this is good only if you have found your own pair of shoes. Narrow shoes in the girth at high instep presses, not included. Unfortunately, the manufacturer sews boots, starting from the normal instep of the foot, and it is impossible to buy a comfortable thing.
It is especially difficult if there is excess weight, and puffiness is added to the high rise and wide leg, which finally aggravates walking on the street. In this case, sneakers, comfortable shoes from sports collections come to the rescue. Unfortunately, they cannot be adapted for the office.
Low instep
If the footwear with high instep is wide, then for low instep it is narrow. People with this problem need to wear low-heeled shoes. Ankle boots with ties will provide excellent fixation. You can wear mid-heeled shoes with the right last.
For the convenience of walking, you need to buy shoes with lacing, fasteners, so that it stays well on your foot, your fingers do not fly out of your sandals. If you wish, you can sew a model to order.
Prevention of pain:
- take off your shoes more often;
- walking barefoot at home and on the beach, at the same time it will be the prevention of flat feet;
- at work, change the height of the heel if the legs are tired;
- do a warm-up of the feet by rotating the legs in different directions;
- wearing boots with an instep support.
People with a low arch of the foot are faced with the fact that the model is uncomfortable, falls off their feet, rubs. We advise you to look for a high-quality, albeit expensive, model. Feet will feel the difference. Find your shoes and enjoy a light walk.
How to determine the type of arch of the foot?
In order to determine the arch of the foot, you need to take a test. Wet the foot in water and place on a dry sheet of paper. For the test, it is better to take clean paper so that it is clear.
What types of feet are:
- Flat feet or excessive pronation. The inner part of the foot is not highlighted, there is no bend. The entire image is visible. With a flat foot and a low arch, people have excessive pronation. Turning the foot far inward while moving.
- Insufficient pronation. The arch between the heel and the arch is very large. This is considered the high arch of the foot. Such people are prone to underpronation. The foot turns slightly inward when walking.
- Neutral pronation. If the curvature of the foot in the figure is somewhere between insufficient and strong pronation, the arch is normal.
These facts must be known when choosing sports and casual shoes so as not to get damaged. Each type of foot has its own type of sneakers and boots.
How to fix the defect?
The high arch of the foot cannot be eliminated, but flat feet are easy to fix. In childhood, gymnastics and massage will help this, and in adults, special insoles that must be worn with shoes.
It is possible to reduce pain when walking at high insteps by choosing the right last that is comfortable for the given leg structure. Most often these are expensive shoe models. But it's better to spend money on a decent purchase than to suffer from cramps when walking.
Rules for choosing shoes for high rise of the foot
To keep your muscles from getting tired, you will have to look for a good pair. Shoes from well-known brands, sports shoes, since it fits perfectly on the leg, will come to the rescue.
High rise for boots is typical for Ukraine and Russia, but Italian models are more often designed for low rise of the foot, so it is difficult to find a comfortable pair.
You can not wear pumps, boots, stockings, shoes with belts, as there are unpleasant sensations. You can wedge shoes, stilettos, boots with an elastic top.
How to choose the right pair:
- do not hesitate to measure boots and boots as much is needed. The leg should be comfortable inside. We do not listen to the advice of sellers that will sit down and spread. No comfort - bad;
- no need to choose a size larger or smaller. The leg does not swell much in the evening. After the purchase, you have 14 days to decide whether the shoes are comfortable or not. We wear them carefully at home for 30 minutes. It should be comfortable inside;
- try not to constantly wear sneakers or too soft shoes. The foot relaxes, it feels uncomfortable in other shoes;
- the purchase should not press in the area of the boot lock. Forced fixation, squeezing disrupt the blood supply, the leg may freeze, changes in the skin will occur.
The high instep of the foot, although it looks very beautiful, often causes a lot of inconvenience. Choosing the right footwear is difficult. Often boots or ankle boots, due to the high rise, have to be taken on a size two larger, as they press or the leg simply does not fit.
It is very harmful when walking, the leg gets tired. Take your time, try to find your shoes that fit perfectly on your foot. Sneakers and ugg boots are also not worth wearing constantly, they spoil the foot, develop flat feet. If it is difficult to walk in heels, then choose high-quality sneakers, sports shoes.
