We are a guide, not a doctor.
MySoleMatch is an independent educational platform. We help people find shoes that support their foot health, but we are not a substitute for professional medical care. Here is exactly what we are, what we are not, and when you should see a podiatrist.
What MySoleMatch Is
How this platform works
We are an educational platform
MySoleMatch helps people understand their foot conditions and discover shoes that podiatrists and clinical research consistently recommend for those conditions. Every recommendation we make is grounded in publicly available podiatric research, APMA guidance, and clinical literature.
We do not diagnose or treat
Nothing on MySoleMatch constitutes a medical diagnosis, treatment plan, or prescription. We cannot examine your foot, review your medical history, or account for conditions that require clinical evaluation. Only a licensed podiatrist or physician can do that.
Footwear is one part of foot health
The right shoe can meaningfully reduce pain, improve stability, and support recovery - but it is rarely the complete answer. Foot conditions vary widely from person to person, and what works for one individual may not work for another with the same diagnosis.
The Plain-Language Version
What this means for you
The information, shoe recommendations, condition summaries, and guides published on MySoleMatch are provided for general informational and educational purposes only. They are not intended as, and should not be interpreted as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations.
Always consult a qualified healthcare provider, such as a podiatrist, orthopedic specialist, or your primary care physician, before making decisions about your foot health, changing your footwear, or beginning any new exercise or treatment plan.
Individual results vary. A shoe that works well for one person with a specific condition may not work for another person with the same diagnosis. Foot conditions are influenced by anatomy, gait mechanics, body weight, activity level, footwear history, and many other factors that we cannot evaluate remotely.
MySoleMatch is not responsible for any adverse outcomes that result from footwear decisions made based on content found on this platform. When in doubt, please see a podiatrist.
When to See a Podiatrist
Warning signs you should not ignore
A new shoe is not the right first step for every situation. If you are experiencing any of the following, please see a podiatrist or physician before making footwear changes.
Sudden severe foot or ankle pain with no clear cause
Numbness, tingling, or loss of sensation in your feet
An open wound or sore on your foot that is not healing
Significant swelling in one foot that does not go down
Foot or ankle pain that wakes you up at night
Visible deformity after an injury
Pain that has lasted more than two weeks without improvement
Any foot concern related to diabetes - do not wait
Find a podiatrist near you
The American Podiatric Medical Association maintains a searchable directory of licensed podiatrists across the United States.
Find a podiatrist on APMA.orgAffiliate Disclosure
How we keep the lights on
MySoleMatch participates in affiliate programs including the Amazon Associates program. When you click a shoe link and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. This is how we fund the research and platform development that makes this site possible.
Affiliate relationships do not influence our recommendations. We do not accept payment for placement, and we do not recommend shoes we would not stand behind independently. Our editorial process and condition matching logic are built on podiatric research and APMA guidance and not on affiliate commission rates.
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