Podiatrists warn against certain footwear and behaviors that can lead to foot problems. Crocs for prolonged use, going barefoot, and living in high heels are cited as potential culprits.
Foot issues can be particularly debilitating. Think about how often most of us need to use our feet throughout the day as we move from point A to point B. That’s why it’s important to do what we can to keep our feet healthy and functioning — including avoiding certain footwear and behavior., a board-certified podiatric foot and ankle specialist in California, told HuffPost. “Naturally there are things we would refrain from doing knowing what we know.
” Below, Vincent and other foot and ankle health experts share the behaviors they avoid in order to protect their foot health.“Don’t get me wrong, Crocs are a decent shoe to wear around the house or while doing small tasks,” Vincent said. “However, when I see people wearing Crocs at Disneyland or for long hours of standing, I know they will probably suffer from some foot issues down the line.” She recommended wearing “a good walking shoe” from brands like Brooks, Asics, or New Balance for long days of standing or walking.“During COVID, people began to work at home a lot more than ever,” Gold said. “I found this caused more foot and ankle issues because people stopped wearing shoes as often.” He recommended having a pair of supportive sneakers to wear when walking around at home, especially if you’re on tile and marble more than carpet. You can buy a “house”-specific sneaker for indoor use only if you’re concerned about bringing in germs from the outside. “Time and time again, we hear that people live on their bare feet and are supposedly comfortable that way,” Vincent added. “If you consistently don’t provide support for your feet, you will develop calluses or even fat pad atrophy. If this happens, walking barefoot will no longer be comfortable, and you will limit your options on which shoes you can wear in the future.”“Women who live in high heels will eventually suffer from foot pain from bunions, corns, heel spurs or even Achilles tendon pain,” Vincent sai
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