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The Grishko® pointe shoe is designed to give dancers ultimate support, placement, and comfort. To achieve this goal the fitter needs to determine the best model and size for each dancer.

Normally the shoes are fitted three sizes smaller than street shoe size with the same width, or possibly one width wider. The fitter should check to be sure there is no gapping at the sides or heel.

It is especially important that the fitter educate the parent about proper fitting to prevent injuries and on the life expectancy
of the shoes, (Approx. 8 hours.) To maximize the longevity of the shoes, the dancer should dry shoes out completely
after wearing, we recommend for 3 days, and should stuff with paper towels to keep their shape while they air dry.

GAPPING?

Since the bones of a foot are not totally hardened and joined until the age of 20-23, incorrect sizing
can damage a dancer's foot. The shoes must fit snugly.

Before allowing the dancer to try on the shoe, take the box and flatten it in the palm
of your hand. This is necessary
to guarantee there is no gapping at the "V" of the vamp.

BIGGER IS WORSE

Although a perfect fit is optimal, it is safer to have shoes that are tighter than looser. It is impossible to achieve proper support and balance
with a shoe that is too large.

A shoe that is too big will give inadequate support to the arch and it could possibly collapse, causing the dancer to go over on pointe.
The platform can also collapse in a large shoe when a dancer has softened the edge of the platform
by continuously sliding on it.

The dancer should not sink into the box of the pointe shoe, but rather be able to just lightly feel the floor. Remember, shoes stretch out as they
are worn and may cause the foot to sink into the shoe which can cause the big toe to twist. Shoes which are too big can cause bunions, corns,
blisters, and bruised nails.

TOO TIGHT?

A shoe which is too tight will squeeze the toes and joints and will not allow the foot to work
properly. The shoe should hold the toes snugly, but not bunch them together. They should be able to
spread slightly sideways, and the tips of the toes should just touch the end of the shoes when
the weight is evenly distributed.

The right and left edges of the foot should be slightly tight against the edge of the shoe. The toes must not be bent, pressed against
the tip, or feel sore inside.

Have the dancer demi-plie in the shoe to see if her arch has room for expansion. An arch that
does not have room to expand can gradually lose its elasticity.