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5 Ways Orthopedic Shoes Solve Common Foot Problems

5 Ways Orthopedic Shoes Solve Common Foot Problems

What do you think of when you hear the term ‘orthopedic shoes’? Perhaps you picture your grandma, pottering around her garden. True, she might wear orthopedic footwear to help with arthritis, but rest assured those aren’t the only orthopedic shoes out there.

Case in point: Taos has shoes that are orthopedic yet stylish! They not only provide support for arthritis, but also help prevent an array of other uncomfortable foot problems people of all ages face. Read on to discover the many benefits of orthopedic footwear.

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The Reason High Heels Cause Foot Pain and How to Avoid It

The Reason High Heels Cause Foot Pain and How to Avoid It

They say beauty is pain, but in the 21st century, we can’t possibly still be trapped in this old adage! There’s no denying that high heels are beautiful, but how many of us have ended a night of wearing our feet in heels only to suffer absolute agony?

Most high heels shoes cause problems because they put you in a constant tip-toe mode that’s unnatural. Numerous perfectly-aligned joints, muscles, and bones receive abnormal stress while wearing heels that can lead to pain, discomfort, spasms, and even worse.

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Why the Taos Removable Footbed is the Best for Your Foot Pain

Why the Taos Removable Footbed is the Best for Your Foot Pain

Save our soles! Anyone who has ever worn a pair of uncomfortable shoes will assure you that foot pain is no joke. There are a multitude of things that can go wrong with our delicate feet, from blisters to overstraining muscles, so taking the necessary precautions to alleviate the risk of problems is a must.

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Effective Strategies for Preventing Blisters from New Shoes

Effective Strategies for Preventing Blisters from New Shoes

Who doesn’t love new shoes? Whether it’s fresh sneakers, chic flats or the latest summer sandals, there’s no quicker way to make your heart sing — but there can be a downside. We’re talking foot blisters: those irritating blemishes that appear on your feet after stepping out in your latest footwear a little too enthusiastically.

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8 Reasons Why #TaosAmbassadors Love Our Canvas Sneakers

8 Reasons Why #TaosAmbassadors Love Our Canvas Sneakers

Here at Taos, we pride ourselves on incredibly comfortable footwear that will take you everywhere. We’re talking from the airport to the top of a mountain to the beach. Wherever your life adventures lead you, our specially designed footbeds alleviate tension on the body so that you stay pain-free all day long, even on those days where you don’t have a moment to sit down.

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Smelly Shoe Problems? Here's How to Get Rid of Shoe Odor

Smelly Shoe Problems? Here's How to Get Rid of Shoe Odor

There’s a lot to love about summer — but it doesn’t always smell good. If you’re walking for exercise or on your feet all day in hot weather, your shoes can easily wind up smelling kind of funky. Here’s how to get rid of shoe odor through summer and beyond.

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How Taos Shoes Address the 3 Most Common Foot Problems

How Taos Shoes Address the 3 Most Common Foot Problems

Do you suffer from one of the big three? We’re talking about the most common foot issues: plantar fasciitis, bunions and heel spurs. Here’s how Taos can help.

One of the most common foot problems, bunions are painful bumps beside your big toe. They form when your big toe bends towards your other toes, instead of pointing straight ahead.

Luckily, there are lots of ways you can alleviate the pain of bunions. When it comes to choosing footwear that addresses this common foot ailment, it’s important to have plenty of room in the toe box to avoid putting any pressure on them.

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The Best Shoes and Exercises to Support Flat Feet

The Best Shoes and Exercises to Support Flat Feet

If you have flat feet, you’ll know that they can sometimes feel painful. Luckily, there are plenty of things you can do to help, including doing exercises for flat feet. Yes, it’s time to start stretching, strengthening and rolling, because an exercise routine for your flat feet pain can actually improve the condition.

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6 Best Shoes for Metatarsalgia -Relieve Ball-of-Foot Pain in Style

6 Best Shoes for Metatarsalgia -Relieve Ball-of-Foot Pain in Style

Do you suffer from metatarsalgia? The medical term for pain in the ball of your foot, metatarsalgia often leads to a burning sensation at the base of your toes (it feels like having a stone in your shoe). From finding the best metatarsalgia shoes to over-the-counter remedies, here’s how you can relieve the pain without surgery.

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What is Plantar Fasciitis, and what types of Shoes Relieve Pain

What is Plantar Fasciitis, and what types of Shoes Relieve Pain

Plantar fasciitis might be a fancy word for heel pain, but this isn’t just any old discomfort. If you’ve ever experienced the sharp stab of plantar fasciitis first thing in the morning, you’ll know just how intensely painful it can be. Luckily, there’s plenty you can do to help relieve the condition, particularly when it comes to choosing the best shoes for painful feet.

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How to Waterproof All of Your Shoes, From Leather to Canvas

How to Waterproof All of Your Shoes, From Leather to Canvas

Is there anything more miserable than wet feet — apart from the knowledge that you’ve ruined another pair of shoes in the rain? There’s no need to accept your fate when you get your favorite pair of leather boots wet. Instead, just learn how to waterproof shoes!

Everything from canvas to leather can benefit from waterproofing. Learn the right techniques and best products to use on your shoes to protect them from weather, puddles, and everything else in between.

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Walking Daily to Stay Trim this Summer

Walking Daily to Stay Trim this Summer

We all know that we should be moving more — but does walking count as exercise? Absolutely! The health benefits of walking are numerous. With the right pair of comfortable walking sandals or sneakers, a friend by your side, and a brisk pace, walking exercise can be fun and strenuous enough to keep you feeling healthy and happy as the warmer months come. Here’s how to stride your way into summer.

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