UFAI Shoes Articles Archive

Dr. Baravarian was interviewed for a Pasadena Magazine article on the pandemic, shoes, foot health, and — his area of expertise — bunions.

How do I pick the best gym shoes? What shoe do I need for exercise? Get answers from LA's best foot and ankle specialists!

Patients often ask if barefoot running is safe. There are many factors to consider before making the switch to barefoot running.

We know tight shoes are bad. But what happens if your shoes are too big? Well that's not good either! Here's how to make sure your shoes fit right.

In a perfect world, your running shoes would fit perfectly right out of the box. Here are professional tips for breaking in new running shoes.

Do flip flops cause foot and toe pain? Read what to look for in a summer sandal and tips for flip flop lovers written by top foot and ankle experts!

Recent trends in shoe design, especially in the making of running shoes and other athletic footwear, have resulted in your toe being bent for you, by permanently tilting the toe box of the shoe. This mode of construction (known as "toe spring") automatically elevates the forefoot.

“If the shoe fits, wear it” really applies to all of us. But when it comes to your Kids shoes, thinking you should get shoes to wear now that they will also “grow into” can be a terrible mistake. So, here is a new adage for you: “If your kid’s shoe doesn’t fit, don’t let them wear it.” Long term foot read more »

As in all sports, the type and fit of your gear is just as important as its quality. Ski boots are your direct connection with your skis. So the boot you use will have an enormous impact on your feet.

What causes stinky feet? Find out about the opportunistic bacteria that can invade your feet and start killing cells -- and what you can do about it!

Okay, so the holidays are over, or sadly your trip to Italy (yum, Italy!). And the scale tells you that you’ve put way more effort into eating than exercising. What to do? Certainly, many of us try to lose the extra pounds by exercising more or perhaps by trying out new workout regimens. And that is when we learn that read more »

“Fit to be tied” means being so angry or agitated as to need restraint, but with a little semantic license, it could also describe a pair of shoes that fit so well they’re ready to lace up and wear out the door. The point is, proper shoe fit is more important than most people realize. If you don’t spend the read more »

It is important to have the right footwear to support the extra pounding your feet will be subjected to by being both overweight and physically active, so choose carefully. Find out which shoes our expert podiatrists are recommending.

The silly side of fashion often shows up on our feet. Okay, certainly not on your feet. But iconic trendsetters such as Kim Kardashian, Rihanna, and Kristen Stewart are flooding Instagram with images of their very influential feet encased in clear plastic footwear. Some of these plastic high heel shoes are even created by top-line designers like Jimmy Choo and read more »

If you suffer from a foot and ankle condition (or want to prevent one) you will want to check out these shoe recommendations from our experts.

What causes burning feet when walking or running? Here are the most common culprits and simple solutions you can try at home.

About a third of all American women suffer from bunions, and it can be a struggle (and a real pain) to find well-fitting shoes. Our bunion experts weigh in the best shoes for those suffering from bunion, and yes, that includes high heels!

While biking is one of the best low-impact sports, stress injuries, including plantar fasciitis, are rather common. Learn how to ride without heel pain!

Foot odor? No problem. Soak your feet in a solution of 1/2 cup sea salt and 4–6 cups warm water for 15 minutes. Pat your feet dry, and be free of smelly feet.

Underpronation is when the foot rolls inward too little. People who underpronate put more stress on the outer edges of their feet, which can cause problems.