To determine your foot type, look at the soles of a pair of worn-in shoes. The wear patterns illustrate where you accumulate pressure when you walk. Certain foot types are more prone to injuries.

The most obvious clue you’re due for a trip to the shoe store is if the tread on the bottom of your shoe is smooth and flat. If your sneaker no longer provides the support and cushioning your ...

pick a shoe that has flexible grooves in the sole to “facilitate ballistic pivoting and cutting,” says Dr. Cunha. In either situation, you’ll also want to be sure that your shoe has a ...