Narrow Feet Problems

Narrow feet present a wide variety of problems for those who have them. Narrow feet make it difficult to find a pair of shoes that fit properly, which often causes pain in the feet.

Identification

• The difference between a wide foot and a narrow foot can be determined by shape. Wide feet are shaped like an inverted triangle, while narrow feet are shaped more like a rectangle.

Effects

• Having narrow feet often make it hard to find shoes that fit. Many chain stores do not carry narrow sizes and if they do, their selection is limited. Consider ordering shoes online if you have narrow feet. One advantage to online shopping is that you can customize your search to the width, size and style you want to buy.

Pain

• Foot pain is a common problem in people with narrow feet. This is often because they have ill-fitting shoes. Those with narrow feet should choose shoes that have the eyelets placed far from the tongue of the shoe. This will ensure a tighter fit for narrow feet. Those whose shoes do not fit well often suffer from blisters and chronic foot pain.