A Summary of Shoe Fit Based on Shape and Function
| Under Pronation | Neutral | Over Pronation | Severe Over Pronation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Arched Foot |
Flexible shoe: Curved and split last |
Flexible shoe: Curved, Semicurved & split last |
Stability shoe: Semicurved & Combination last |
Motion Control shoe: Semicurved & combination last |
| Normal Arched Foot |
Flexible shoe: Curved or semicurved & split or combination last |
Neutral shoe: Semicurved & split or combination last |
Stability shoe: Semicurved & combination or light board last |
Motion Control shoe: Semicurved or straight & combination or board last |
| Flat or Low Arched Foot |
Neutral or Stability shoe: Semicurved or straight & combination or light board last |
Neutral or Stability shoe: Semicurved or straight & combination or board last |
Stability or Motion Control shoe: Semicurved or straight & combination or board last |
Motion Control shoe: Straight & board last |
Table 1: A running shoe selection table. The left side file lists the three basic foot types. The top rank lists the four categories of foot function observed during running. This table is intended to serve as an assistance in the selection of a running shoe.
| Material © Institute for Physical & Sports Therapy Charles Gallagher PT CPT |
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Used by permission |
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