06.22.2009 Calling all shutterbugs!
Step into Spring with our SIKA Footwear Photo Contest! Now is your chance to win a $50.00 gift certificate from SIKA Footwear by submitting to us a photo of you weari...MORE
I just love those shoes. This will be my third pair. ...MORE
Many people don't give their feet or footwear a second thought until they begin to hurt. Yet, rigors of daily life, exercise and on-the-job demands can aggravate or contribute to foot and ankle problems. Find out how fit your feet are now and what you can do to keep them fit.
1. How much time do you spend on your feet each day?
a) Less than 2 hours b) 2 - 4 hours c) 5 - 7 hours d) Over 7 hours
2. How old are you?
a) Under 40 b) Between 40 and 59
c) 60 or Over
3. How would you describe your weight?
a) Less than 20 pounds overweight or at an ideal weight b) 20 - 39 pounds overweight c) 40 or more pounds overweight
4. Have problems with your feet or ankles ever prevented you from participating in:
a) Leisure/sports activities
Yes No
b) Work activities
Yes No
5. Have you ever received medical treatment for any type of foot problem?
a) Yes b) No
6. Do you wear heels two inches or higher?
a) Yes b) No 7. What types of exercise do you engage in? (check all that apply).
a) Walking b) Field Sports (ie, softball, golf) c) Winter Sports (ie, skiing, skating) d) Court Sports (ie. tennis, basketball) e) Aerobics f) Running/Jogging g) None (if you choose answer G, skip to question 11)
8. Do you wear the appropriate shoes for your sport or sports?
a) Yes b) No
9. Do you experience foot or ankle pain when walking or exercising?
a) Rarely b) Sometimes c) Often d) Never
10. Do you:
a) Exercise in footwear that is more than year old, or in hand-me-down condition?
Yes No
b) Stretch properly before and after exercising?
Yes No
11. Do you:
a) Have diabetes?
Yes No
b) Experience numbness and/or burning in your feet?
Yes No
c) Have a family history of diabetes?
Yes No 12. Do you: (check all that apply)
a) Sprain your ankles frequently (at least once a year)?
Yes No
b) Have flat feet or high arches?
Yes No
c) Experience pain in the Achilles tendon or heel, or have shin splints (pain in front lower leg)?
Yes No
d) Have corns, calluses, bunions or hammer toes (bent toes)?
Yes No
e) Have arthritis or joint pain in your feet?
Yes No
f) Have poor circulation or cramping in your legs?
Yes No
Total Up Your Score
Total the corresponding points for each answer given.
10 (a) Yes 3 points 11 (a) Yes 3 points 12 (a) Yes 2 points No 0 points No 0 points No 0 points 10 (b) Yes 0 points 11(b) Yes 3 points 12 (b) Yes 2 points No 3 points No 0 points No 0 points 11(c) Yes 2 points 12 (c) Yes 2 points No 0 points No 0 points 12 (d) Yes 3 points No 0 points 12 (e) Yes 3 points No 0 points 12 (f) Yes 3 points Score Total _________ No 0 points
What your Score Means
0 - 20 points - Congratulations! Your feet and ankles are in good health and you can maintain your active lifestyle. With proper care and wearing proper footwear, you will help your feet stay this way!
21 - 40 points - Pay Attention! You are already in the moderate risk category. Although you can carry on with activities, you should take precautions to safeguard your foot and ankle health. It is highly recommended that you wear proper footwear.
41 points or higher - Caution! Your feet and ankles are already experiencing medical problems and you may need to visit a health professional. You need to pay particular attention to your feet and your footwear.
06.22.2009
Visit the News page 
