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What is orthopedic footwear and why is it important?
What is orthopedic footwear?
Orthopaedic shoes are specially designed for people of all ages who require greater foot support than ordinary shoes can provide. Those who have poor foot mechanics benefit from having shoes with better structure and support for their ankles and legs. Not wearing correctly fitting shoes can lead to ankle, leg and back pain, reduce overall mobility and make exercise uncomfortable. Orthopaedic shoes help to properly align the foot while walking and doing other activities so that you can get on with your day discomfort-free.
Why is orthopaedic footwear essential?
Without proper foot support, your back can suffer. Flip-flops, high heels and shoes that are too flat can all contribute to poor posture, leg pain and back discomfort. High heels place enormous pressure on your spine, by throwing your body out of proper alignment, but flat sneakers can be just as uncomfortable and damaging in the long run without proper foot support.
What makes orthopaedic footwear different?
Orthopaedic footwear is very different from ordinary footwear, which has little to no arch support. Listed below are several ways orthopaedic footwear helps to provide better footcare than other types of shoes.
- Removable insoles - Shoes with removable insoles are fantastic for upgrading current shoes into ones which provide better foot support. Custom-made insoles can be created for people to accommodate the exact shape of their foot and alleviate any gait issues. Removable insoles can also help save you money since, when your insole wears out, you will only have to replace the insole and not the entire shoe.
- Wide fit shoes - Many people who use orthopaedic shoes benefit from the wide range of shoe sizes and width options available. Wide fit orthopaedic shoes help those with swollen feet caused by lymphedema or oedema and allow them to be more mobile.
- Good foot support - Orthopaedic shoes are well-cushioned and provide strong support to all points of the foot from the heel to the toes. This strong support vastly differs from ordinary mass-produced shoes, which provide no support to the sole, heel or ankle.
- Comfort and ease of use - Orthopaedic shoes can accommodate all manner of foot problems from bunions to hammertoes. They are also easy to fasten so that people with arthritis or limited mobility can effortlessly close the shoe and get on with their day.
Who can wear orthopaedic footwear?
Everyone can benefit from better foot support, as it helps improve posture and reduce pain. If you do a lot of walking or concerned about your posture, orthopaedic shoes should definitely be a consideration. However, orthopaedic shoes are particularly suited to those who have problems with their feet or health problems which make fasten shoes difficult. Those who have swollen feet, plantar fasciitis, flat feet, hammertoes, bunions, diabetes or heel spurs are especially advised to consider investing in orthopaedics as they can greatly improve quality of life.