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The feet contain no big muscles to produce heat during exercise, just lots of fiddly tendons and ligaments Another veteran in the rain boot business, Kamik doesn’t disappoint. This high-gloss style from the brand not only looks great but is also supremely functional with its fully waterproof upper, grippy Atrium outsole and plush EVA footbed that can be removed to accommodate custom orthotics. Additionally, the style is all-vegan and composed of 100% recycled materials. Plus, it’s great to wear after dark, as it features reflective panels to keep you more visible within your group or oncoming traffic on the road. Heel spurs, “a growth of bone on the bottom of your heel,” per Dr. Rushton, grow in the contour of your feet. “If your foot doesn’t have adequate padding beneath it, as you roll forward, you’re more likely to pinch between the bottom of the foot and the ground,” Dr. Rushton says. A cushioned heel and anatomical arch support will help promote healthy foot alignment, so the entire foot will absorb the impact of every step rather than just the heel. Insulation: Anyone who plans to wear their rain boots in super cold conditions should opt for a pair featuring insulation (many designs include lightweight tech like 3M Thinsulate or Primaloft, but some brands like Bogs have their own proprietary versions). In effect, some insulated rain boots can keep feet warm in temperatures as cold as -40 degrees Fahrenheit. Since rain boots typically feature a roomier silhouette, insulated styles also keep out the cold and wet elements entirely by way of tight-fitting neoprene shafts or adjustable closures at the hem. According to Dr. Bruce Pinker, a board-certified podiatrist and foot surgeon of Progressive Foot Care in New York state, if you feel pressure on the sides of your feet while wearing boots, then you likely have wide feet. Dr. Pinker suggests purchasing shoes that come in wide sizes. “The width should be snug, but not tight,” he says, while Dr. Fishkin also stresses there should be 3/8 of an inch of space between your longest toe and the front of the shoe. “The forefoot of a pair of shoes should have ample room for toes,” he says, advising you to wiggle your toes when your try on shoes. If your toes feel confined, the shoes are too tight. “They shouldn’t feel like they’re pinching or squeezing the feet adversely.” The Difference Between Waterproof and Water-Resistant Rain Boots

Michael Fishkinis a certified pedorthist at Northern Illinois Foot & Ankle Specialists. He has been trained and certified in the design, manufacture, and fitting of orthopedic footwear and related devices. This includes custom-made shoes, shoe modifications, arch supports, and other foot orthotics. Best Mid-Calf Rain Boots for Women Norty Hurricane Wellie Best Overall Mid-Calf Rain Boots for Women While I’ll admit that some of the brand’s styles can look a bit orthopedic, this sleek, lightweight boot isn’t one of them. Its roomy shaft and moderate hemline make for a cute, relaxed look when paired with jeans or leggings. Dr. Mark Mendeszoonis a podiatrist and the owner of Achilles Running Shop in Pennsylvania. He specializes in trauma, sports medicine, diabetic foot and ankle conditions and reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, including Total Ankle Joint Replacement Surgery.Plantar fasciitis, a common inflammatory foot condition resulting in stabbing pain in the bottom of one or both feet, can result from wearing the wrong shoes. However, those who suffer from the condition need to select footwear carefully, says Mike Rushton, DPM, co-founder and medical director of Forward Motion Orthotics in St. George, Utah. He suggests looking for a neutral supportive shoe, which will depend on your foot type. Those with tight, stiff feet, will benefit from shoes with excellent structure and cushioning, but not that are “so soft you’re not finding the ground,” Dr. Rushton says. Anyone with flexible feet should focus on stability in the form of arch support, which will help increase the arch for those with flat feet and encourage high arches to drop to a more neutral position. This editor is a huge fan of FitFlop’s offerings (in fact, its sneakers are the most comfortable non-athletic shoes I’ve ever-owned). For delicious underfoot support on rainy days, the brand has taken its biomechanically-engineered technology a step further in its WonderWelly boots. In practice, this looks like a contoured sole for even weight distribution, the brand’s honeycomb design placed in the heel to absorb impact and micro “springboards” in the forefoot to add bounce to your step. Essentially, you could explore a new city, spend your entire day at Disneyland or wear these on repeat during the work week without getting sore feet.

Don’t let cloudy skies get you down. Add a cherry accent to your look when the weather gets rough with Joules’ Molly Welly. The mid-calf silhouette comes in a range of fun prints, but we especially love it in this baby blue hue and daffodil print. You won’t have to worry about slipping and sliding in these thanks to a water-dispersing outsole underfoot. And, an adjustable strap at the top of the shaft helps you customize the fit to reduce the chance of water entering the boot. While we love many of the innovative aspects of these boots, we wish they could provide more support underfoot You should also choose a rain boot depending on your foot type or any conditions you suffer from. Experts suggests the following types of rain boots for women: Gerardy Cabrera is a fashion blogger, as well as the founder and CEO of the fashion brand Gerardy Global LLC. Sizing: In terms of sizing, keep in mind that rain boots don’t typically come in half sizes. If you’re in between sizes, it’s best to go for the next size up to prevent any uncomfortable rubbing or chafing. To better help determine your perfect fit, consider heading to your local shoe store to have your feet measured.Foot Volume: How much foot material do you have? This is determined by your bone structure and the height of your foot — do you have a high-volume foot or a low-volume foot? This is more of an informal spectrum — footwear shops don't have a way to easily measure this, but it's a good variable to keep in mind. If you often get heel blisters (like our testers do), chances are you have low-volume feet. And if you often have trouble fitting into shoes, you probably have wider, higher-volume feet. These boots performed highly in every test we threw at them, and we're confident they'll keep you dry and happy Arch: We don't want to get annoyingly complicated, but you actually have three arches (medial, lateral, and transverse). However, when people talk about arches, they're generally talking about their medial arch. You can have "higher" or "lower" arches, but this doesn't matter too much when it comes to your rain boots, and we don't want to get too far into this. If you experience significant arch pain or struggle with plantar fasciitis, please go see a doctor, research foot strengthening exercises, and/or think about supplemental insoles (with the help of a footwear expert).

Dr. Glenn Davisonis theowner of Advanced Podiatry in New York City and New Jersey, board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery, and is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. Dr. Davison has published numerous articles on foot health-related topics in scientific journals and authored a chapter in the wound care text book, Modern Wound Management. In addition, he has published articles in local newspapers, provided various television and radio interviews, and often lectures to the medical community. Byrdie contributor Melanie Rud updated this article. She has over a decade of experience in the beauty industry. Along with writing about beauty, she also frequently covers fashion, wellness, and lifestyle topics. Mike Rushton, DPM, is the co-founder and medical director of Forward Motion Orthotics in St. George, Utah. He has 13 years in private practice specializing in conservative care and orthotic therapy. He also is a national tri-athlete competitor and recently qualified for the Ironman Kona event and finished respectively in 2012. Consider a heel: Wearing completely flat rain boots allows our foot to collapse, affecting our gait and posture, which can lead to a tremendous amount of stress placed not only on the foot but on the rest of the body like the knees and spine,” Dr. Cunha explains. “Our feet naturally pronate during the gait cycle; however, when we wear completely flat shoes, we pronate for a longer period of time, which then alters the biomechanics and distribution of pressure and weight across the foot. This imbalance may increase the progression of underlying foot deformities, such as bunions and hammertoes, and lead to painful conditions associated with excessive pronation, such as arch and heel pain, shin splints, posterior tibial tendonitis, and Achilles tendonitis.” Therefore Dr. Cunha suggests looking for a style with a little bit of lift — specifically, a heel that’s 0.75 inches tall or lower — is actually preferred. This low heel drop can relieve foot stress, especially for those with tendonitis. We love the Arctic Sport for their heavy insulation, extra-tall shaft, and secure-feeling weight, but they're also quite uncomfortable when you're just strolling around town on a warm fall day. Our feet began to sweat immediately when we wore them in temperatures above 40 degrees. While the tighter shaft keeps the warm air in, you'll have to reach down to put them on and take them off. For a more comfortable boot that's easy to pull on and off, take a look at the Bogs Classic Ultra High. The Arctic Sport boots are for you if you are out in truly inclement weather. If you are not, consider a more casual boot.While shoes are not going to fix knee pain, the right pair may help alleviate or at least avoid aggravating the pain by getting your foot into proper alignment, offering joint support, and diffusing pressure away from the knee, explains Dr. Mark Mendeszoon, a podiatrist and owner of Achilles Running Shop in Pennsylvania. “Just as folks may need eyeglasses to help accommodate with vision, properly selected shoes can accommodate particular foot problems,” Dr. Mendeszoon says. However, there isn’t a one-size-fits-all shoe for those suffering from knee pain. He recommends visiting a running store where someone can evaluate your specific pains and issues to find you a proper shoe and also taking into consideration any other foot or health conditions you have. For a silhouette that looks less like a classic rubber boot and more like a core style in your wardrobe, try this hiker-style boot from Kodiak. A luxe leather upper and gold D-ring accents give these boots street style appeal, but they’re more than just a pretty exterior. Dr. Cunha notes that the one-inch heel makes the boot look good but also helps take stress of the Achilles tendon to help with your alignment and posture. Meanwhile, the lace-up details keep the foot in place as a durable rubber tread enhances stability. Feet will also stay cozy in these, thanks to the inclusion of an insulated liner. This impressive boot will keep you toasty when all else fails, though they'll be far too warm for normal conditions