how do i know if i need wide shoes

To know if wide shoes are needed, look for signs like discomfort or pain in the toe or side areas of your feet, visible pressure marks on your feet after wearing shoes, toes spilling over the edge of the shoes, or shoes feeling tight especially around the toes and sides. Wide feet often cause shoes to feel cramped, and you might notice blisters, numbness, or pressure marks. Measuring the width of your feet, especially across the ball of the foot, can also help determine if a wider shoe is appropriate. Conditions like bunions, hammer toes, flat feet, or swollen feet can indicate a need for wider shoes. Trying on shoes and checking if your feet feel stable without squeezing or pinching is important to identify the need for a wide fit.