Increased hallux angle in children and its association with insufficient length of footwear: A community based cross-sectional study

Table 1 Fit classification of shoes

Shoe minus foot	Fit classification (EU shoe size)
- 30.08 mm - (- 3.37) mm	More than 2 sizes too short
- 3.36 mm - (+ 3.31) mm	2 sizes too short
+ 3.32 mm - (+ 9.99) mm	1 size too short
+ 10 mm - (+ 16.67) mm	Correct fit
+ 16.68 mm - (+24 mm)	1 size longer and more

A properly-fitting shoe should be at least 10 mm and optimally 12 mm longer than the foot.

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