Access to correct proportions is an issue for youngsters — many of whom, however, say they prefer going barefoot
A study by Stellenbosch University, which investigated about 700 children in rural and urban regions of SA, has found that many risk developing abnormalities such as foot arthritis, heel spurs, and clawed and retracted toes as school shoes sold locally are not designed for their feet.Other deformities associated with ill-fitting shoes include hallus valgus, a progressive foot deformity that affects joints and leads to significant functional disability and foot pain.
Not only are individuals with ill-fitting shoes subjected to discomfort, but the aches and pains often lead to restrictions in movement and body alignment. “Doctors said the bones on my left heel were disjointed and I needed to go for surgery. I remember one commenting this was no new injury. They said it looked like I sustained the injury a long time ago and I was now feeling the pain more because I had gained weight, which put more pressure on my heel.”
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