Shoes for flat feet and fallen arches
Our feet are exposed to high loads every day and take an average of 5,000 steps. This can lead to deformities such as flat feet or fallen arches. Supportive foot exercises or advice from a specialist can be useful for everyday life. Choosing the right footwear is also particularly important. We'll show you what to look out for and which GIESSWEIN shoes have been designed for different foot shapes.
What are flat feet and fallen arches?
The term flat feet is used when the longitudinal arch of the foot is slightly sunken. With flat feet, on the other hand, it is completely flattened. This means that the sole of the foot rests completely on the ground when standing and walking. In most cases, these deformities are not congenital, but are caused by various factors such as untrained foot muscles, unsuitable footwear or unfavourable loads.
WHICH SHOES ARE SUITABLE FOR DIFFERENT FOOT SHAPES?
Flat feet and fallen arches do not always have to be accompanied by discomfort. Around 30% of the population now has flat feet - a large proportion of whom hardly notice this in everyday life. Careful selection of shoes is important to ensure they are comfortable to wear.
Trainers in particular offer a good compromise between comfort and modern design. If you have flat feet, slightly wider shoes can be an advantage. You can find out how shoes should fit correctly in our blog post.
Tips for buying shoes for different foot shapes
Not every shoe is suitable for every foot shape. If you have flat or fallen arches, you should avoid shoes made of very hard materials or with high heels. When buying new shoes, ask yourself the following questions:
- Is the shoe comfortable?
- Is the shoe wide enough?
- Does the shoe have good arch support?
- Does the shoe have a removable footbed or enough space for additional insoles?
- Does the shoe offer enough room to roll?
- Is the sole flexible?
Whether it's slippers, running shoes, hiking boots or trainers - always look for high-quality shoes with maximum comfort.
WHICH GIESSWEIN SHOES COULD SUIT ME?
At GIESSWEIN, we offer a selection of comfortable leisure, sports and slippers. Modern 3D knitting technology creates high-performance fabrics that are flexible and hard-wearing at the same time - well suited to different foot shapes.
Merino Runners: Our Merino Runners have a flexible, cushioning EVA sole for a pleasant walking sensation. The Merino removable footbed offers comfort and can be replaced with customised insoles. The soft 3D stretch moulds to the shape of the foot. The Merino Runners are designed for everyday wear and walks.
Merino Runners for women & men
Merino Wool Knit: Our Merino Wool Knits are light and comfortable. An additional layer of finely knitted merino wool gives them special properties. The sole made of flexible EVA material supports a light feeling when walking, whereby the slightly raised heel can influence the wearing comfort. The diamond profile of the sole provides good grip and the footbed with cushioning properties supports the foot. The Merino Wool Knit goes well with casual outfits and more elegant business looks. You can find tips on combining your trainers with a suit in our blog.
Merino Wool Knit for women & men
Wool Cross X: Our Wool Cross X is an innovative merino sports shoe. The lightweight, water-repellent training shoe naturally creates a pleasant foot climate and, like the Merino Runner and Merino Wool Knit, can also be worn without socks. The flexible Micro-Grip sole supports grip on various surfaces. The Wool Cross X also has a performance removable footbed made from merino wool with cushioning properties.
What makes our GIESSWEIN shoes so special?
GIESSWEIN stands for 65 years of experience and quality. When selecting the basic materials, we rely on carefully selected wool qualities and pay attention to ethical and ecological standards.
Our merino shoes are made from high-quality, mulesing-free merino wool. Merino wool is a remarkable fibre with many natural properties. It is soft, temperature- and moisture-regulating and odour-neutralising.
