Why do my shoes hurt the back of my foot?

Why do my shoes hurt the back of my foot?

When your shoes rub against the back of your heels, they cause friction. While our skin can safely handle some friction without pain, like when we scratch an itch, when our shoes cause friction and pressure with every step, it’s only going to end one way: pain and injury.

How can I soften the back of my shoes?

It can take a while for new footwear to feel like it’s been in your wardrobe forever. 1) Wear them little and often. 2) Wear them indoors. 3) Use a spoon. 4) Use the hairdryer. 5) Use screwed up newspaper. 6) Buy shoe stretchers. 7) Use a stretching spray.

How do I stop my shoes rubbing the back of my heel?

#1 – Wear Socks That Are Taller Than Your Shoes. #2 – Wear Thick Socks That Cushion Your Heels. #3 – Use Kinesiology Tape, Heel Protecting Inserts, or Moleskin. #4 – Use Insoles for a Tighter Fit and Less Friction. #5 – Try an Anti-Blister Heel Balm.

Why do shoes cut the back of my ankle?

Shoes rub at the back of the ankle for two reasons: 1) a problem with the shoe or 2) a problem with the heel. Shoe problems that can cause excess rubbing result from improper sizing or poor shoe construction. Both shoes that are are too small and shoes that are too big can cause rubbing.