Having Trouble with Fitting Orthotics in your Shoes??

Are you having issues fitting your custom or over the counter orthotic inserts into your shoes? At The Right Shoe, we have some great pointers and suggestions for the perfect fit! Over the counter or custom orthotics are not meant to fit in all shoes. The reality is that certain orthotic inserts are designed for certain types of shoes, and not all footwear will work with every type of custom or … [Read more...]

Steel Toe Work Shoes and Boots Now Available!!

 The Right Shoe is proud to announce we are now carrying Men’s and Women’s work shoes and boots by Caterpillar. CAT footwear manufactures safety footwear collections which include a variety of comfort, durability, and safety technology features that are intended to keep workers protected and comfortable in all working conditions. Dr. Craig has had an opportunity to wear a style of CAT work shoes … [Read more...]

Running your toenails off??

There are some rather common misconceptions about running.  Some that even runners believe.   One is that you have to stretch before you run.  In fact, stretching cold muscles can cause injury.  Or how about the idea that running in the rain or cold will make you sick.  You are actually more likely to catch and spread germs indoors.  Another common misconception is that running will naturally be … [Read more...]

The Right Shoe in a Steel Toe for Starbucks?

Comfort Meets Safety Ashley and I had the opportunity to participate in a wellness fair for the employees of the Starbucks Roasting Plant in York, PA. The event was organized and hosted by Starbucks in an effort to raise awareness and educate their employees on ways to improve their health and wellness. Alongside of Martin Foot and Ankle, who was there to focus on foot and leg health, we … [Read more...]

High Heels for Biking??

I received an email from a co-worker yesterday with a link to check out these shoes. They are a high heeled sandal designed specifically for cycling. Although I don't really consider myself a true "cyclist" I do enjoy going out riding my bike as often as I can, mostly on rail trails in York and Lancaster counties. I must say that in all the years I have been in the shoe business, and during all … [Read more...]

Millions of people in the world are wearing the wrong size shoe and don’t even know it?

So many people don’t realize that as you get older your foot can change in many different ways which can affect the size shoe you need for a proper fit. You should always re-evaluate your size when shopping for new shoes.  If you are trying on a new pair of shoes in the size you have always worn and they feel tight you may have to go up to the next half size or whole size. Remember there is no … [Read more...]

Dr. Yorgason was telling me the other day…

Dr. Yorgason was telling me the other day about the Chilean Miners and how some of them developed issues with athletes foot during their entrapment. The 33 miners were trapped 2300 feet underground for a record 69 days, in warm, humid conditions. He proceeded to tell me about how bacteria and fungi thrive in such conditions. Of the 33 miners, 19 were having issues with athletes foot. He found it … [Read more...]

Now I understand what all those women meant…

When we opened The Right Shoe on March 1, 2013, our first customer was in need of a pair of supportive, yet comfortable running shoes. As a result, the very first pair of shoes we sold was a pair of the Women's Edge Runners from Aetrex. Since then we have sold over 75 pair of them to women of all ages and activity levels, and so often when trying them on I would hear them say things such as:"These … [Read more...]

Some thoughts from Ashley on celebrities’ shoe choices

As a new employee to the retail shoe industry, I can’t help but to look down to see what shoes people and celebrities are wearing these days. I am overwhelmed by all the poorly supported and uncomfortable looking shoes that are out on the market today. Celebrities seem to be the number one culprit to this and you know consumers today look to celebrities for style inspiration. I do understand … [Read more...]

New Brands for fall!!

We are happy to announce we have added THREE new brands of shoes to our stores just in time for fall!! From Earth and Aravon we have a selection of styles which are great for the office, easy to wear casually and comfortable enough to wear all day and into the evening. For a more sporty look, the Stylus and Axiom from Jambu are a great choice for trekking around the urban jungle this fall. … [Read more...]