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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.
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Shoes can be
stretched for increased comfort.
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Shoes can be
adapted to fit unique feet.
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Shoes can be
professionally waterproofed to protect from
salt stains.
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Heel tips can
be changed from hard to non-skid rubber.
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Heel savers
can be applied to prolong the life of the
heel.
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Protective
soles can be applied to prolong the life of
the leather soles.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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