Flip flops: 10 reasons not to use them according to American podiatrists

Here are 10 reasons not to wear flip flops according to Dr. Jaqueline Sutera, an expert at the American Podiatric Medical Association.

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Summer is approaching. It's time to flip flops. Are these very cheap footwear really suitable for our feet? In the opinion of American podiatrists it would be better avoid wearing flip flops as usual footwear.

Here 10 reasons not to wear flip flops according to the doctor Jacqueline Sutera, expert inAmerican Podiatric Medical Association.

Index

They expose the feet to bacteria, viruses and fungi

The thongs according to the expert expose the feet to infections with bacteria, viruses and fungi which can irritate the skin. The risks go up if there are wounds or micro wounds on the feet.

They slow down the pace

According to a study conducted at the Auburn University flip-flops slow down the pace of those who wear them compared to those who wear sneakers.

They make you trip

Wearing flip flops leads us to take shorter steps, it makes ours more awkward gait and the risk of tripping increases, especially if we walk in crowds.

They damage the heels

Flip flops have a very low sole which is considered harmful to the heels, subjected to continuous impacts. That's why wearing flip-flops for a whole day can cause heel pain.

They cause blisters

Long wearing flip flops can cause cuts and blisters due to the conformation and materials of which these slippers are made. Blisters are mainly caused by constant rubbing. Open wounds can form that are very exposed to bacteria and infections.

They ruin the toes

Flip flops can permanently damage the toes. In particular, our fingers can be curved "like a hammer" due to the effort required to keep the flip flops in the right position. This effort can cause tension and pain in the feet.

They alter posture

Flip flops have a flat sole that doesn't bend like our foot would when we walk barefoot. According to the expert, this alters i natural foot movements and endangers correct posture.

They can cause severe pain

The flip-flops and in general the flat soled shoes like ballet flats they prevent the foot from moving properly. Here the body is forced to compensate movements. This can cause joint injuries, tendonitis, heel pain, numbness.

They cause corns

The joint that slips between the big toe and the second toe can cause pain, discomfort and the formation of call the that will force you to change the type of shoes.

They may contain toxic substances

According to the expert, the thong straps can be made of latex, to which some people are allergic, or of plastic containing BPA, a much discussed endocrine disruptor.

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