No two feet are ever alike. Even legs can be different lengths. Orthotics can correct your posture and eliminate back pain. Investing in good shoes can mean fewer blisters, bunions and bandages.

• Stand up to have your feet measured when buying shoes.
• Try on both shoes and walk around the store before deciding to buy.
• No two feet are ever the same, so buy your shoes to fit the larger foot.
• Buy shoes that are comfortable from the beginning, not shoes that need to be broken in.
• Because feet swell as the day goes on, shop for shoes later in the day.
• A leather upper, stiff heel counter, good cushioning, and flexibility at the ball of the foot are essential to comfort.
• Try on shoes while you're wearing the same type of socks or stockings you expect to wear with the shoes.
• If you wear prescription orthotics, take them along to shoe fittings.

A Back Saver Wallet

Remove your wallet from your back pocket. Sitting on a half inch wedge for hours at a time over a period of years is one of the most overlooked causes of spinal misalignments, spinal pain, back pain, neck pain and even headaches.

A Healthy Backpack

Carry an ergonomic backpack and get your kids fitted for the same. The taller you stand, the better your back will fare.