Healthy Feet and Hiking Footwear

One of the many great activities to enjoy in the summer is going for a hike. But if you don’t have proper hiking footwear, you may have a hard time during and after your adventure. The right gear—namely, custom orthotic insoles—can help ensure healthy feet by providing extra protection and helping prevent foot pain.

How to Pick the Right Hiking Footwear

Hiking is a popular hobby with people all across the world, so there is no shortage of options when it comes to footwear. You can choose from different shapes and sizes, ranging from lighter shoes to heavier high-cut boots, and select from a variety of materials and styles.

Ultimately, your choice of footwear may come down to the kind of hiking you enjoy. Your best bet is to go to a sporting goods store or dedicated shoe store to try on pairs and see how they feel. When you settle on your hiking footwear of choice, break your shoes or boots in by walking around the neighborhood in them to make sure they’re comfortable and functional.

Try Custom Orthotic Insoles for Healthy Feet

Even if you find new hiking footwear that feels like the perfect fit for your foot, you may need extra protection. That’s where Foot Levelers custom orthotic insoles and inserts come in. Custom orthotics are made specifically to match the shape of your foot, providing additional comfort, support, and shock absorption.

Adding custom orthotic insoles to your new hiking footwear can help prevent pain and keep your feet healthy on a hike. They’re especially great if you suffer from a condition like plantar fasciitis, absorbing impact to keep you pain-free.

Shop Custom Orthotics at Livingston County Chiropractic

Livingston County Chiropractic is proud to carry products from Foot Levelers, including custom orthotic insoles, shoe inserts, and even spring- and summer-ready flip-flops. If you’d like to learn more about how orthotics could improve your new hiking footwear and keep you on the trail, call us at (815) 844-4631, schedule an appointment online, or stop in and visit our offices in Pontiac, IL.

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