"A Brannock Device is the industry-standard tool used to accurately measure your foot size. It has been used by footwear professionals for nearly a century to determine the correct length, width, and arch length of your feet."

Unlike guessing your shoe size or measuring at home with a ruler, a Brannock measurement gives a precise, professional fit, which helps ensure comfort and proper foot support.

A Brannock fitting evaluates three important dimensions of your foot:

1. Heel-to-Toe Length
This determines your basic shoe size by measuring the distance from your heel to the tip of your longest toe.

2. Arch Length (Heel-to-Ball)

This measures the distance from your heel to the ball of your foot. It ensures that the flex point of the shoe matches the natural bend of your foot, which is essential for comfort and support.

3. Foot Width

The device measures how wide your foot is across the ball. Width sizing helps avoid tightness, pressure points, or sliding inside the shoe.

Widths may include:

• Narrow

• Standard

• Wide

• Extra wide

We recommend getting measured if:

• You experience foot discomfort

• Your shoes wear unevenly

• You haven’t measured your feet in several years

• You are buying high-quality or specialty footwear

• You want the most accurate fit possible

Many people wear the wrong shoe size
without realizing it.

Proper measurement helps:
✔ Improve comfort
✔ Reduce foot fatigue
✔ Prevent blisters and pressure points
✔ Support healthy walking and posture
✔ Extend the life of your footwear
 

Even small differences in size or width can affect

how a shoe feels throughout the day.

Feet can change over time due to age, weight changes, pregnancy, or activity level. Get your feet accurately measured by our Certified Pedorthists at Tops Shoes!

"Gait analysis involves assessing the biometrics of walking or running. It examines how weight is transferred through the feet and how the lower limbs respond during movement. This analysis can be performed visually or with advanced technology, such as motion capture systems and pressure plates, to provide detailed insights into individual's movement patterns."

Injury Prevention

By identifying abnormal movement patterns, gait analysis can help prevent injuries caused by improper mechanics or overuse.

Performance Optimization

Athletes can benefit from gait analysis by improving their stride mechanics, which can enhance speed, endurance, and overall performance.

Rehabilitation

For individuals recovering from injuries, gait analysis can detect compensatory movements and guide corrective exercises to restore normal function.

Footwear Selection

Understanding gait mechanics can assist in choosing in choosing the right shoes, reducing discomfort, and providing better support during activities.

"​An ABC Certified Pedorthist (peh-DOR-thist) or C.Ped., is a health care professional specifically educated and trained to manage comprehensive pedorthic patient care. This includes patient assessment, formulation of a treatment plan, implementation of the treatment plan, follow-up and practice management. Pedorthic care includes patient evaluation, and the design, fabrication, fitting, modification, maintenance and repair of pedorthic devices for the prevention or amelioration of painful and/or disabling conditions that originate at the ankle or below." 

See Common Foot Issues Article to see some of the common conditions that can be improved by consulting with a Certified Pedorthist at Tops Shoes.

As integral members of the rehabilitation team, the professional staff at Tops Shoes and our other stores work closely with physicians and nursing staff, physical therapists and occupational therapists, vocational rehabilitation professionals, and other healthcare specialists. The patient benefits from this long-term professional relationship. The team’s only goal is to bring all resources to return a patient to his or her maximum functional capability.

At Tops Shoes, your foot health and comfort are our priority. Our board-certified and state-licensed Pedorthists can help guide you through the entire process and can even assist you in selecting a shoe that not only matches your personal style but also provides the right care for your feet. Call the nearest store to you, today, to speak with our qualified staff and set up an appointment.

TOPS SHOES TEAM

Meet Our Team

Experience personalized comfort with custom insoles designed specifically for your feet. At Tops Shoes, we take time to understand your unique foot shape, pressure points, and lifestyle needs to create insoles that provide optimal support and long-lasting relief. 

Whether you're dealing with foot pain, standing all day, or simply looking to improve your overall comfort, our custom insoles are crafted to enhance alignment, reduce strain, and help you move with ease.

Why Choose Custom Insoles?

• Individually designed for your foot structure

• Precision-fit using advanced scanning technology

• Built for your daily activities (work, sports, standing long hours)

• Professionally guided for long-term relief

Learn about how our Pedorthists can fit you in the perfect size shoe or insole.
 

We offer a wide range of insole choices from the over the counter insoles, of which in many cases will correct and fill your insole needs, all the way to the custom insoles where we make an actual impression of your feet; you could call it a blueprint of your foot that is used to provide you with the maximum comfort. We also offer a comprehensive assortment of footwear, athletic shoes, sandals, casual and dress shoes, work boots, western boots, and more.
 

Our services include:

• Quality footwear

• Shoe accessories

• Knowledgeable staff

• Foot evaluations

Visit Tops Shoes stores!