FLIP-FLOPS NOT MEANT TO BE WORN AS NORMAL SHOES STATES PODIATRIST

Podiatrist, Dr. Shelly Bruton states, "there's little doubt that for some, flip-flops have become "sort of the go-to shoe.  It became a big trend three or four years ago.  The current love affair with the footwear. All of a sudden, everyone started wearing flip-flops like they were normal shoes.  But the popular, usually inexpensive sandals aren't generally designed for long-term wear, she said. "They shouldn't be worn for walking long distances. Those who insist on wearing flip-flops for yardwork, for example, can leave themselves vulnerable to toe or foot injury — mowers, weed trimmers, and the like, all providing potential hazards. We can see pretty horrible toe injuries and lacerations from such accidents."  

 

Academy Foot and Orthotic clinics always advocates wearing the proper foot wear for the right occasion and activity.  If you or a loved on requires competentl honest advice or quality foot care and orthotics, please do not hesitate to contact us at 416-465-8737.

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

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