While faulty footwear and improper foot support are the most common reasons for achy feet, there are many other probable causes. Stretching the feet regularly can help prevent ailment such as plantar fasciitis. Wearing shoes that are not the proper fit in addition to swelling feet during pregnancy, weight changes, and suffering from diabetic foot problems such as neuropathy can all cause foot pain.
Proper foot support is of utmost importance in foot health. To learn more, consult with one of our podiatrists of Sutera and Jones Surgical Podiatry. Our doctor will provide you with the foot and ankle information you seek.
The Importance of Proper Foot Support
Walking is an everyday function for both men and women, and in order to keep your body’s balance in order, you are going to need shoes that provide the proper kinds of support.
Poor foot support can cause pain and discomfort in the lower back, hips, knees, neck and shoulder. It also can lead to emotional stress, and physiological changes in the body. In order to avoid these problems, you must have proper foot support.
The arch is the most important part of the foot, which is where most of the support and balance of your feet lies. The arch of your foot varies in height, and as you age, this height can change. Proper foot support will help musculoskeletal issues, which causes inactivity or disability.
When looking for shoes that give proper support to your feet, you should refrain from wearing ill-fitting shoes. If footwear is too tight, this can affect the body’s posture, stress, bone deformities, and other foot and back pain. Therefore, it is important that shoes fit well in order to avoid these complications.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office located in Media, PA. We offer the latest in diagnostic and treatment technologies to meet all your needs.
