Can Cowboy Boots Cause Pain?

I did a live stream on the Neurocentric Health & Fitness Facebook page and spoke about how cowboy boots can cause pain and what you can do about it.
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[@jetmobile]

I met a few people who say, "my boots are killing me." That's because they are wearing boots that are too small for them, yet pair after pair, they keep buying the same size. Brings me back to the myth floating around that one should wear boots 1 size smaller than their sneakers. You should wear boots at least the same size as your sneakers and perhaps up to 1 size larger. This does not apply to Work Boots that are intentionally made larger to accommodate thick socks. You are absolutely right in stating that boots are not forgiving. Therefore, it is better to have a slightly larger size than smaller. Feet swell through the day. They also spread width wise when standing up and walking. They contract when there is no weight on them when seated or laying down. Fit must be comfortable when standing. Buy socks of different thickness for different seasons or occasions and even for certain boots that are looser. Boots that are too tight will cause bunions to form and will cause pain when wearing them all day. People who complain about their toes cramped into a pointed toe - that should never happen as the pointed toe box is merely a fashion statement. There should be a good 1/2 to 1 inch empty space in front of the toes in a medium round toe and another 1/2 inch in a pointed or snip toe. That depends on whether you have long or short toes. Choosing a square toe is the wrong solution, though if the size is too small, the square toe is more forgiving.

[@kylereeck6727]

I didn’t even watch the video yet and I already love it

[@BULLARDtheOKIE]

Yep Jeremiah usually hits it spot in!

[@JeremiahCraig]

You guys are the best

[@bootedcowboy4u]

I started to wear Cowboy Boots as a young child on my family's farming cattle ranch. My calf leg muscles never grew properly and I walked on my toes causing massive leg pain....but Cowboy Boots stopped that pain because their heels made my legs relaxed since I never needed to walk on my toes anymore because of the height of their heels....

[@JeremiahCraig]

There are so many options for heel sizes, toe shapes, soles and so on. There's something for everyone. I'm glad you didn't have to give them up altogether

[@willtrax71]

I’ve been researching Cowboy Boots for months with my 50 year old spine issues and just sent back a wonderful pair of Dan Post Albuquerque that were crazy soft inside but a really high Heel, this is the MOST INFORMATIVE video I’ve seen to help me find a pair that’ll work with my Spine issues. I’ve been wearing Justin since the 80’s and had to stop. Thank you for taking the time and your help. Semper Fidelis

[@Drifter5.7]

Before I got wind of your channel I was always told by boot sales people "get them as tight as you can stand " oddly I never wear those boots either..

[@737arrowjet]

Another great video! Mine never cause me any problems! They are more comfortable than my running shoes. I think you hit the nail on the head when you talked about proper fit! Very important! Awesome video though! 👍

[@kylebird3113]

I always have people ask me this question and I always say it’s the only footwear that doesn’t hurt my back

[@LawrenceCaldwellAuthor]

Thank for the video. Always fun to watch.

[@JeremiahCraig]

Thanks! Good to see you here again

[@larry1824]

Today with choices in heels and toes you can find a good pair. Have quit the real pointy toes though in my 70s with parkinson's and using a cane

[@heinzkrupps5028]

I'm going to record that sing tomorrow!! ❤ thanks for reminding me!!😜

[@holdthatblaow]

Your take on heels is interesting. Yourself and a lot of others say the shorter heels feel better but according to Pacific Northwest bookmakers - a western/cuban/logger heel is best for your back and knees. I tend to believe so too, as I mainly wear PNW boots these days.

[@TheMidnightModder]

They say it's because of arch support. I personally love a taller heel with more arch support but a 2-inch heel feels funny when walking sometimes

[@JeremiahCraig]

Fit is always going to be the most important of all after that I think it depends on what a person needs. I agree on heel being better for back but not for everyone.

[@christianmayernik9938]

Yeah my family is always riding me about my boots saying they'll cause foot problems, and in flat footed, but they don't get why I wear them everyday.

[@JeremiahCraig]

As long as you got the right size and you're comfy in them thats all that matters

[@stevenrobnett7390]

I actually want to say for myself to the contrary of pain with higher heels. I have high arches and when I switched from sneakers or mesh tennis shoes which I would have lower back and knee pain to cowboy boots, the high cowboy or riding heels actually gave me more support and have been the most comfortable footwear I have ever put on my feet.

[@jimcollins9999]

Good topic & yes they can as you mention about illfitting footwear. Existing lingering injuries can also be amplified wearing the various footwear, and pain can be also reduced by wearing specific footwear such as cowboy boots. 👍

[@CodyJames29]

Great vid Jeremiah! Due to a lack of comfort, I gave cowboy boots a lot of push back for years. This sucked cause cowboy boots fit my style and any other footwear just didn’t suit me or my lifestyle. Once I got a proper fit after years of trial and error, I’m now 100% in cowboy boots. Wearing polished boots with a suit daily and old beat up boots and jeans the rest of the time. Recently I put on my red wing iron rangers and wow my feet hurt within a few hours. Sneakers were no better. I find that with the modern boot design, the insoles they now use and a lower 1-1.5 in heel I have little to no foot pain. Most of all the heel does something, I don’t know what, but it has relieved my back pain vs a flat 0 drop shoe. I wear classic boots with leather soles. I highly recommend a Topy type of sole applied over your leather soles. They are water proof slip resistant and add structural integrity to the boot. Best of all replace the Topy sole every 12 months for way less than replacing leather. Anyway great video. Keep up the great entertainment!

[@JeremiahCraig]

Lower heels are great for that so I'm happy you're finding comfort in them! I've always been a rubber sole or leather sole kind of guy. I haven't tried sole savers yet because of that but I look forward to doing a video on them soon! Thanks for watching

[@4sixnik]

love the videos , i started watching ur videos not that long ago when i bought some new actual cowboy boots and not ariats

[@JeremiahCraig]

Sweet!! What did you end up getting?

[@jackcrowley493]

Bought a pair of Tony Lama's, dark canyon caimans. They fit perfectly when I'm wearing them. No pain or discomfort, but, after a whole day of wearing them, for almost a week now my quads and hamstrings have been so tight that I can't even squat down. I've been wearing zero drop shoes for nearly ten years with no leg pain or joint problems, but apparently my body doesn't even wish to dabble in heeled cowboy boots. A shame too, those suckers were 400 dollars.

[@czonczike630]

It is easy to say for you that choose the right size. Just try to fit a tall cowboy boot on me. My leg is thick, my feet are wide, and my feet are ridiculously tall.

[@conversationsindesign1]

You're the best Jeremiah! Would you consider doing a video about your black boulets? Would love to see a video about you reviewing them after all these years and what your thoughts are/pros/cons. I'm really considering buying them because of you. It would be my first pair.

[@JeremiahCraig]

Great idea, I got it on the list!

[@christophquedenbaum6224]

Great massage

[@jonathansmith283]

i bought a pair of frye harness boots 8 months ago. i did bring them to a shoe repair shop - had the boot stretched a bit to better fit a bunion. i like the frye harness. getting a good fit - can take some time to find. be safe . thanks ~ JDS/CT

[@JeremiahCraig]

So true. It's so difficult to find the right size sometimes!

[@fleetwin1]

Frye Harness boots are one of my favorites also!

[@jeremyl.7563]

Your videos just keep coming up on my feed and I couldn't figure out why. I have looked through several and infact you are a very likable guy with the gift to do a show. i then looked into your music and you know what I enjoyed that to. ( I was a deadhead) I must say you cover the pretty boots. Some of us wear boots for a living. i wear steel toe so i don't hurt myself at work and leave them on when I get home so a horse doesn't decide to be an a**hole and crush my foot.. I would love to hear your take on the boots of the working man.

[@JeremiahCraig]

I'd love to do that. I used to wear steel toe all the time when I worked construction. I don't anymore but that doesn't mean I can't cover steel toes. I'm glad you're enjoying my content and music! Thanks

[@BULLARDtheOKIE]

Ps...There of course can be breaking in time but if it feels bad at first....No good.

[@tomskelding7311]

Hey Jeremiah, love your work. I had both knees operated on last year and had pain in the back of my left knee after busy days on my feet. I’ve been wearing Ariat and Tin Haul and found I didn’t have that pain. Turns out I normally hyperextend my knee but the raised heel stops me from doing that. I can walk miles in my cowboy boots!

[@JeremiahCraig]

Wow I love that! So happy the cowboy boot is physically making you feel better.

[@happymonk4206]

Excellent video, off the record I am a Craig too.

[@bgoutdoors802]

I have the ariat sport rustler boots. They have a 1 3/8-1 1/2 inch heel but it looks like a stockman heel. Really dig the look. Would love to see you review those boots

[@JeremiahCraig]

That's a good looking boot! I'll actually be doing a review on an Ariat Sport boot soon not the Rustler but a similar design

[@BULLARDtheOKIE]

If it's not comfortable the minute you put it on...Back away in my opinion. The boots I love felt awesome on the first try!

[@JeremiahCraig]

Me too

[@thomasriggins7746]

Plus they really hurt to be kicked by someone wearing them

[@recoveringknowitall1534]

mine always kill my ankle bone that sticks out when I'm first wearing (breaking) them in. just like horses, usually takes a while of wearing and walking to get the boot to "obey" my foot. lol

[@dylanfyle8907]

Mine hurt the top of my foot and it’s only the left one. Not sure what to do…

[@alonelycreature1462]

Hi there I just bought a pair of the Johnny's and the peel hurts my foot but my foot is going in for the most part just the back part is giving me problems

[@dillondillweed1171]

My boots fit fine and I have worn boots since I started walking and it’s been about 12 years and I’m 13 now And I have back pain foot pain and knee pain

[@juanreyestamez4318]

Hi! You are my teacher on the use the boots. 🤠 I have a KZbin channel where I hope to be like you, but in spanish Regards! Nuevo León México.

[@JeremiahCraig]

That's sweet! I just took.a look at your channel and you're doing great. Keep it up!

[@kenhappen2u]

@JERAMIAH .. can you talk about ankle pain from a new boot where it rubs on the top edge of heal fm form as it wraps around from the heal to the ankle area and so now when I walk it's catches the top of a hard edge ... What can be done to resolve this issue. ? moleskin . tape . apply a thin layer of leather over that area ? It sucks that I just spent 240.00 on a pair of well fitting boots but now am having ankle rubbing pain as it catches on the top edge of the form .

[@BigBadJerryRogers]

I wore them religiously when I was younger and would love to wear them again but the bunyons that developed on both feet forced me to stop. Anything that narrow at the toe you are cramming your feet into is eventually going to cause a problem.

[@JeremiahCraig]

Only if it's the wrong size. Narrow toe boots can be fine if they fit right

[@BigBadJerryRogers]

@@JeremiahCraig I wear a 10 1/2 athletic shoe. Even in size 11 cowboy boots it's uncomfortable. And I mean the rounded toe style boots, not even the pointed ones. You go too much bigger than your actual size, it looks like you're wearing clown shoes.

[@Thug2u]

I have a week anker that will roll real easy should I steer clear of cowboy boots or could they help with that any help would be greatly appreciated thanks

[@Thug2u]

Also I'm flat footed lol

[@heinzkrupps5028]

I seem to get swollen ankles sometimes.

[@thebackwoodsboysgarage9144]

I ain’t ever had cowboy boots cause pain sneakers cause me way more pain actually

[@JeremiahCraig]

I agree

[@kristian8970]

I’ve always loved cowboy boots/work boots, I had like 5 pairs of each when I was 3 but in middle school I took a break of them and wore sneakers, I’m thinking of gettin me a pair of em, what’s a good brand?

[@Blondie2.0]

Lucasey's been around for a very long time but then you have Old Gringo which happens to be one of my favorite you have Corral there's a lot to choose from you have to figure out what style cowboy boots you like good luck

[@comandermcgarrett7795]

Go with ariat cause they are cheaper and just in case you grow you can get rid of them easier. Ariat also is still decently built.

[@JeremiahCraig]

There are lots of good brands out there. It's hard to recommend one or two for sure because they all have different a fit and feel. I did make a video about what the best brands have in common. Hope it helps! kzbin.info/www/bejne/qqWahYd9rseJbck

[@juancamarena2088]

My toe nails are hurting but my boots are Half a size bigger (I thought I’d grow my foot out but I was wrong” so can anybody tell me something useful to do?

[@JeremiahCraig]

Hi JJ, try this video to figure out the correct sizing: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4TYmIaZa7CFhbs. Hope it helps!

[@elchedeny9424]

Soooo ironic this video, I had to stab my frye boots to get my foot out 2 days ago. Sweat and high arch foot caused that lol i was sad

[@JeremiahCraig]

Oh no! I hate when that happens. I stabbed a boot this weekend too but it was just because it was a bad boot.

[@fleetwin1]

You are so right....Any kind of footwear can cause pain. It is a matter of fit and the way the boot was engineered. I have worn Nikes that were uncomfortable. A high cost boot is not necessarily more comfortable than a moderately priced boot. Again, fit is so important, as is the way the heel/sole/toe box was engineered... True, you can't go from Nikes to cowboy boots with 3" heels, without working your way up gradually, but just because the boot has a bit of a heel, does not mean it will be uncomfortable...

[@clydechavez3483]

It's like women wearing stilettos,sacrificing comfort for looks.If you love boots I guess you just have to suffer a little .LOL

[@JeremiahCraig]

Not if you got the right size. Rock those boots in comfort all the time!

[@briannawilliams7370]

Jeremiah Craig sweetie everyone needs a custom insole especially for hard leather and heels like cowboy boots

[@briannawilliams7370]

Jeremiah Craig please eat a little more and get some Botox for your forehead you aged 10 years in this quarantine there is NO REASON for that if anything you should be well rested and looking younger

[@Blondie2.0]

I I disagree in that statement... I have 14 pairs of cowboy boots.. Old Gringo, Dan Post,Corral,ect... plenty of different boots and none of them hurt me ....I wouldn't wear theming if they hurt my feet.. if your feet hurts in cowboy boots you should try Fat Boys those are structure for no heels and their flat

[@geslinam9703]

Only if they are too tight, in my experience.

[@JeremiahCraig]

It's just not fun right?!

[@cowboycody8094]

I believe that Whites makes a B width boot.

[@JeremiahCraig]

Cool I'll check them out!

[@arthurmorgan3287]

Hey there mister ..

[@JeremiahCraig]

YO!

[@arthurmorgan3287]

@@JeremiahCraig I like you mister . U have a kind face ..

[@gary467]

I fill my boots up with warm water and olive oil pour it in the boots slip my feet in them wear them till there dry, molds right to your feet, wouldn't try this with cheap boots!!!!!! Dump the water out after it cools