Finn Comfort was founded in Hassfurt, Germany in 1945. It is a small, beautiful village in the state of Bavaria. The company was started by the Kanner family and to this day they still run it. Finn Comfort shoes are still handcrafted in Hassfurt at the original factory that was started almost 60 years ago.

In the mid ‘80s, the Kanner family began importing their hand-made shoes into Canada. What began with a small following grew into a successful, international business. They opened a North American headquarters and distributing factories in Montreal, Quebec and Thousand Oaks, California

Finn Comfort shoes are now sold in 35 countries around the world and the product of 1 million pairs each year.

What makes Finn Comfort different than any other shoe company? It’s their dedication to their shoes and the work that they put into it. All Finn Comfort shoes are hand-made. As many as 150 expertly trained craftsmen carefully work on the completion of a single pair of shoes.

If you want to know more about Finn Comfort shoes stay tuned for the “5 Reasons to Choose Finn Comfort Shoes” or stop in and see us! Also, be sure to come in and check out their line of sandals!

Naot is an international success story. The Kibbutz Shoe Factory was founded in 1942 by members of Kibbutz Naot Mordechai. It was a one room workshop. None of the members imagined that in 50 years their shoes would be all over the world. They began by making simple work shoes and sandals and it has now become an international business. It is now Israel’s leading manufacturer and exporter of shoes. Naot now manufactures a large variety of footwear.

Naot in the U.S…

Yaleet Inc. is the U.S. Distributor of Naot Footwear. It was founded in 1989 by Steven and Susan Lax after they returned to New York from their adopted homeland, Israel. The couple met and married on a kibbutz in Israel. The company name, Yaleet, was inspired by two of their three daughters names combined (Ayelet and Yonit).

Steven and Susan Lax began their corporation from the trunk of their car that carried Naot shoes and leather coats from their condominium in Woodbury, NY to nearby flea markets and retail outlets. As the growing need for their shoes became apparent, Yaleet began its change into the distributor of the popular Israeli footwear.

Today, Yaleet Inc. is the sole distributor of NAOT footwear for the United States.  The Lax Family has since moved their operation from its humble auto trunk origins to doing business out of their family garage, to what is now their third warehouse which adjoins their busy corporate office in Melville, NY.

1993 – Foundation of the Birki Schuh GmbH by Stephan Birkenstock.

1995 – Birki is able to produce the first sandals without any adhesion. The material consists of millions smallest air bubbles which lend its elasticity and flexibility.

1999 – Birki’s succeeds in manufacturing the worldwide first, extremely light Clog of ALPRO®-Cell. Birki’s has developed exactly the right material for the demanding requirements in water sports and for leisure time.

2000 – Birki’s introduces a sandal collection which completely is built of ALPRO®-Cell and which is produced without adhesion.

2005 – Birki expands the selection of the versatile models. In 2004 the first sandal was developed with a removable heel strap. Today the Tofino can be reconfigured using different buttons and accessories to create styles that meet your mood, occasion or imagination.

The APMA stand for American Podiatric Medical Association. The APMA is a professional medical organization that represents the Doctors of Podiatric Medicine in the United Sates. The organization was founded in 1959 and it’s headquartered in Maryland. 80% of podiatrists in the US are members of this organization. Both Dr. Warren and Dr. Woods are included in that 80%

The Seal of Acceptance/Approval Program from the APMA recognizes products that have been found to be beneficial to foot health and of significant value when used in a consistently applied program of daily foot care. The Seal of Acceptance evaluates footwear, materials, insoles, hosiery, and equipment. The Seal of Approval evaluates the use of therapeutic agents and their adjuncts.

Some of the brands that shoes have received the Seal of Acceptance are Dansko, Orthaheel, and many more?. You can find these at The Fitted Foot.

It changes…

• Posture – Wearing high heels push the center of mass in the body forward. This takes the hips and spine out of alignment.
• Pressure – As the height on a high heel goes up, so does the pressure on your forefoot/ball of foot.
• The Knee – An alter posture caused excess force on the inside of the knee.
• The Calf – The muscles in your calf contracts to adjust to the angle of the high heel. Over time, muscles may shorted and tighten.
• Morton’s Neuroma – Heel height and a narrow toe box can create a thickening of tissue around a nerve between the toes.
• Achilles Tendon – The Achilles tendon tightens up as the front of your foot moves down.
• Bunions – Tight fitting shoes can cause a bony growth on the joint at the base of the big toe, which cause the big toe to angle toward the other toes.
• Ankle Injuries – High heels can impair your balance, which gives you a greater risk of falling.
• Hammertoes – A narrow toe box pushes the smaller toes into a bent position at the middle joint. Over time, the muscles become unable to straighten.

As you can see, high heels can cause a variety of different problems and pains.

Shoe Brand and Style: Wolverine Wilderness Hiker, Apex Oxford Conform, Brooks Glycerin

Did you know what you wanted before coming in or did you decide after seeing the selection? I knew what Wolverine boots I wanted but the other two were shown to me.

What attracted you to this shoe? Was it the looks, comfort, fit, quality or price? All of the above. Everything was great.

How would you describe your overall shoe buying experience? Was the staff courteous, helpful & knowledgeable? This was by far my best of any shoe buying experience of my life. The staff (Kenna) was by far one of the best I’ve ever had to help me make sure my shoes were right for me. I wish I would have gone to The Fitted Foot years sooner.

I would tell anyone you won’t find a better shoe store anywhere, anytime, simply the BEST.

• Klogs shoes are American sized. Klogs offer whole and half sizes in medium and wide widths. The competition’s products are based on European sizes.
• Klogs shoes are constructed with outsole cushioning and durability. The outsoles are made of “MAXIUM” an industrial grade polyurethane. The material used is soft and flexible vs. the hard and stiff outsoles of competitors.
• Klogs shoes are slip-resistant.  They were tested by “American Society for Testing and Materials”
• Klogs shoes have an athletic construction. This is what helps make them soft and flexible.
• Klogs shoes have a removable footbed. They have a microfiber top cover that helps keep the foot dry and cool inside the shoe. This makes it easy to put in custom orthotics.

Incorporated in 1962, Montréal based Serum International Inc. began as an importer of scientific medical equipment specializing in ultra high quality laboratory glassware. While vacationing in Germany in 1968, founders Josef & Helga Kanner purchased Birkenstock sandals for themselves at factory headquarters in Bad Honnef on the Rhine. Impressed with Birkenstock’s unique comfort and health benefits, they promptly acquired Canadian distribution rights and introduced the healthful natural comfort sandals to Canada.

Over several decades, the Kanner family successfully pioneered the Birkenstock sandal business in Canada. Almost 40 years later, Birkenstock is a popular household name recognized worldwide and Serum International remains the exclusive Canadian distributor for all things Birkenstock. Today, the founders’ children Barbara & Edward are actively involved in managing business operations.

In 1994, Edward Kanner expanded the family business and launched an independent division specializing in the distribution of luxury European comfort footwear in the United States. To accommodate its rapid growth, in 2006 the company moved into a 53,000 square foot state-of-the-art distribution center located in Thousand Oaks, California.

In 2006, Kanner Corporation acquired exclusive United States distribution rights to Papillio featuring the original Birkenstock footbed, Heidi Klum by Papillio, and Birko-Ortho (arch supports and footbeds ideal for casual and sport shoes). Newly independent from Birkenstock, these brands continue to benefit from 230 years of Birkenstock technology and know-how while sharing state-of-the-art production facilities in Germany and Spain.

In 2009, Kanner Corporation lost exclusive rights.

Jason B. Woods, DPM

Dr. Woods completed his undergraduate education at Indiana University-Bloomington. He received his doctorate of podiatric medicine degree at the Wm. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in 2009.

Dr. Woods went on to complete a Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency program at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) in Pittsburgh, PA. He received advanced training in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, fracture surgery, wound healing modalities, and diabetic limb salvage.

Dr. Woods holds a state license in Indiana.  He is Board Qualified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery. 

Dr. Woods is affiliated with Schneck Medical Center in Seymour, IN. Dr. Woods is from Greentown Indiana. His wife, Kelly, is an ER Nurse.  They have 2 children and live in Seymour.

Walter G. Warren, DPM, C.Ped

Dr. Warren completed his undergraduate education at Union University Jackson, Tennesse. He received his doctorate of podiatric medicine degree at the Wm. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine and completed a post graduate Scholl certified surgical preceptorship in Indianapolis.

Dr. Warren is Board Certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery, the American Board of Podiatric Medicine, and a Board Certified Pedorthist by the Board of Certification in Pedorthics.

Dr. Warren is affiliated with Columbus Specialty Surgery Center in Columbus, Schneck Medical Center in Seymour, and St. Vincent’s Jennings Hospital in North Vernon, IN.

Dr. Warren opened Comprehensive Foot & Ankle Center in 1990.  He opened The Fitted Foot in 2006. His wife, Jan, and their two children live in Seymour.  Dr. Warren enjoys spending time outdoors and with family & friends.  He has participated in triathlons since 1999.