There is one simple reason why comfortable shoes are critical and it’s because what can damage your feet can damage all the other parts of your body that work in conjunction with your feet to move you around comfortably. If your feet are in pain, it’s only natural that your ankles, knees and hips will be forced to compensate for the problem which can result in much bigger problems overall.
The foot is a complex structure and because of this, many things can go wrong or be negatively affected just by the type of shoes we wear. A woman who spends extended periods of time in high heels can end up with problems like bunions, corns, hammer toes and metatarsalgia. Not just that, but the calf muscle can actually shorten from the unnatural position with most of the body weight forced to the front of the foot. Heels are probably the worst type of shoe for your feet, but if shoes don’t have enough support or cause pain, then those are not good shoes for your feet.
Shoes are meant to protect your feet, not hurt them. Most people will sacrifice some comfort in the name of fashion, but this should not be done on a regular basis, but rather on occasion. Considering the ripple effect foot problems can have on other parts of your body, common sense should tell us to wear comfortable shoes, but there is a chance, that a good number of people don’t realize this, resulting in 75 percent of adults experiencing foot pain or problematic conditions.
Shoes that cause discomfort can result in ongoing problems in different parts of the foot including the ball, the heel and the arch. Many painful foot conditions can be remedied simply by wearing well-fitting, comfortable shoes. One of the problems is that not everyone knows what well-fitting shoes are. People have gotten so used to foot pain, that they believe that it’s normal. The truth is; the right pair of shoes should allow you to stand and walk comfortably for extended periods, unless you are already suffering from a painful condition.
One look at the wide variety of foot products in a pharmacy should tell you that a lot of people are suffering from foot pain. Everything from metatarsal pads, to cushioned insoles to gel heel cups are made to relieve some type of painful foot condition. A comfortable pair of sneakers is probably the best you can do for your feet. However, not everyone is able to wear these kinds of shoes to work or every day, but there are plenty of options on the market that would be suitable in a work environment that would still allow your feet the comfort they deserve.
What to look for? You want a pair of shoes that will allow your feet to be in a natural position including a little bit of wiggle room for your toes. There should be good arch support, especially if you suffer from flat feet. The fit should be comfortable and if you h