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From now until November 24th, buy any pair of Drew women’s shoes and get a free gift! The free gift is one Nightcare Revitalizing Foot Lotion. Check out the Women’s Drew Collection at Shoebuy.com!
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Everyone knows life is a pain when your feet hurt. That’s why so many people choose Drew for the most comfortable [...]
A new craze has exploded in the form of shoes that are good for both a person’s overall health and for the environment. So what’s the big deal about Earth shoes? Their most defining feature is the 3.7º negative incline that essentially facilitates the same benefits of walking on an inclined treadmill, helping wearers burn more [...]
What should you do when the “perfect” shoe just doesn’t seem to fit? When your toes feel cramped but going up a size means your heel slips out? Or the shoe runs wide and your narrow foot just wasn’t made to wear it? We’ve all been there. Sometimes, after we realize there’s a problem, we [...]
Shin splints, also known as medial tibial stress syndrome, are responsible for 13% of running injuries. Pain associated with shin splints is most common on the inside of the leg, but is not limited to this area. Although there are many factors that contribute to this ailment, wearing the right shoes can be a great [...]
Why should people with diabetes wear special shoes? The simple explanation is that diabetics have reduced blood flow and a greater potential for nerve damage, which makes them more susceptible to foot problems. A few problems caused by diabetes are greater difficulty for blisters, sores, and cuts to heal and an inability to notice these [...]
To some, shoes can be a fashion statement to be made at work, in class, or at a party. To others, shoes can serve a specific function to wear hiking, to the office, or while lounging at home. But what about people suffering from foot conditions, such as plantar fasciitis? This creates an entirely different [...]
“I don’t know who invented high heels, but all women owe her a lot” – Marilyn Monroe.
Since medieval times, women have subjected themselves to the pain of wearing high heels. A survey conducted in 2003 by the American Podiatric Medical Association found that 42% of women admitted to wearing uncomfortable shoes, primarily for style and [...]
Oh! Shoes combines the sexy stylings of heeled shoes with athletic cushioning and comfort of sneakers, creating a revolutionary shoe line! Finally, you can have the height without the pain. According to orthopedic surgeon and leading women’s foot health advocate Dr. Carol Fey, “Oh! Provides a shoe that not only meets the requirements of a [...]
Running shoes are the most important investment a runner can make, as a good running shoe can prevent injury and improve efficiency. But running shoes don’t last forever; running shoes must be replaced every 300 to 500 miles, or when the shoe starts wearing down inside, to prevent injury.
When it comes time to buy a [...]