Re: [at-l] growing feet

[tmcginnis@ucclan.state.in.us (Thomas McGinnis)]

     The feet respond to the pressures/hard use of increased foot travel 
     (hiking/backpacking/running) by flattening, spreading, and elongating. 
     It's a result of normal pronation coupled with a need for added 
     internal support. This can also coincide with plantar faciaitis ("PF") 
     and even ankle/achilles problems. Foot strengthening and consistent 
     leg stretching are VERY good ideas if you're noticing this.
     
     Sloetoe
     (who answers "Yes, I've played a podiatrist on TV.")


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Subject: [at-l] growing feet
Author:  Gloria Cauble <glorid@yahoo.com> at ima
Date:    7/27/99 6:45 AM


     
Hello to the list,
     
I've been lurking for a long time.  Not felt much like talking.  I now 
have a question that brings me out of hiding.  In what manner do the 
feet increase in size as one hikes long distance, and when does this 
become noticeable?  How do you accommodate this in shoe size???
     
Gloria
     
     
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