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SHOE REPAIR HISTORY

If you want to know more about shoe repair through the years, click on the video above made for SSIA's 100th anniversary.

 

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Invest in Shoe Repair

NEWSWIRE

Everything you need to know from  the Shoe Service Institute of America

Footwear isn't just a part of your wardrobe, it is an investment. Spend your money wisely and the return will be more value for your dollar, more comfort, better foot health and even a sense that you are helping the environment.

As with all investing, it is wise to have a counselor to make sure your money is well spent and continues to pay dividends. In the footwear arena, that counselor is your local shoe repair and shoe care professional.

Welcome to the online home of the Shoe Service Institute of America, the trade association for the shoe repair industry. Here you can find information to make wise footwear investments and maintain them. You can get advice from shoe repair professionals from around the world and find the ones closest to home.

Please look through our site an enjoy. If you have any footwear questions, visit our Ask the Experts forum or search our database for the SSIA member nearest you.

What Shoe Repair Shops Do

In addition to replacing soles and heels, here are some other footwear-related services you can find at your local shoe repair shop.

  • Shoes can be stretched for increased comfort.

  • Shoes can be adapted to fit unique feet.

  • Shoes can be professionally waterproofed to protect from salt stains.

  • Heel tips can be changed from hard to non-skid rubber.

  • Heel savers can be applied to prolong the life of the heel.

  • Protective soles can be applied to prolong the life of the leather soles.

  • Eyelets and other hardware can be replaced.

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SSIA NEWS

SSIA Announces Online Pedorthic Shoe Technician Certification for Members

SSIA has made a new tool available to its members to enhance their skill sets and separate them from their competition. The Pedorthic Shoe Technician designation ensures competency of individuals who provide shoe modification services.  DETAILS

105th Annual Convention Set for July 18-19 in Baltimore

SSIA's 105th Annual Convention will be held July 18-19, 2009 at the BWI Marriott in Baltimore, Maryland. Come see a variety of educational seminars, network with your peers and see the latest products and equipment on display.  DETAILS

Certified Shoe Fitter Course Set for July 20 in Baltimore

SSIA will sponsor a Certified Shoe Fitter Course  Monday July 20 following its convention. This is a great opportunity for C-Peds to acquire 16 continuing educational points, or for non C.Peds to become Certified Shoe Fitters as will be required to bill Medicare starting September 30, 2009. DETAILS

 

 
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