Be sure to read the colored area which corresponds to the calibration you are fitting. Note: Some devices have dual calibrations for the heel-to-toe, arch, and width measurements. The width bar should be set to its widest position and the arch length indicator should be slid back, so the foot can be positioned easily on the device. Prepare the Brannock Foot-Measuring DeviceĀ® as shown in the photo below. ![]() This will ensure a correct and comfortable shoe which will keep its shape. There is ample space in front of the toes to allow adequate ventilation. The foot and shoe bend at the same location, with the arch fully supported, allowing the toes to remain straight. The foot arch is correctly positioned in the shoe. The arch of the shoe and ball joint of the foot meet at the same point. The foot to the left is correctly fitted. The Brannock Foot-Measuring DeviceĀ® Ensures Correct Fit If the arch of the foot is not positioned properly in the shoe, the foot will become fatigued and uncomfortable. Improperly fitted shoes (shown right) can cause a variety of foot problems in addition to general discomfort and shoe breakdown. Without Utilizing Heel to Ball Measurement Correct fitting properly positions the ball joint in the shoe and provides room for the toes so they are not confined. Shoes are designed to flex at the ball of the foot. Proper shoe-fitting incorporates not only overall length (heel-to-toe measurement) but also arch length (heel-to-ball measurement). ![]() There are different fittings for short-toed feet and long-toed feet. This illustration shows two feet which are the same length, but each require different size shoes.
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