What Are The Worst Shoes For Your Feet?

If you have been having pain in your feet, your shoes may be the culprit. It is a good idea to take a look at the shoes you wear to make sure that they give your foot ample support, and that you are wearing the correct shoe size. If you are suffering from foot pain from your shoes, our podiatrist in Massapequa at Cherrywood Foot Care can help you find relief. 

High Heels and Wedges

Wearing high heels puts your foot in an unnatural position, stressing the ball of the foot. This can cause inflammation and even hairline fractures over time. High heels also carry a high risk of ankle sprains, as the heel does not offer much weight distribution. This problem is especially present when wearing stilettos. Many high heeled shoes are also styled with a pointed toe, which can cause bunions and hammertoe.  

Consider going shorter with your heels to decrease the problems associated with wearing heels. If you like the height that heels offer, you could consider going for a platform shoe with a flatter bottom. A chunkier heel can also limit the risk of an ankle sprain. After years of wearing heels, you may need to seek treatment from a foot doctor like our podiatrist in Massapequa at Cherrywood Foot Care.

Flat Shoes

Flat shoes like ballet flats or certain sneakers offer little to no arch support. Arch support in your shoes is important in preventing knee, hip, and back problems. Having no arch support in your shoes can also cause plantar fasciitis, a painful condition. In addition to having all the problems of flat shoes, flip flops also offer no protection to the feet. There are some better flip flop options available that offer more support to the foot. 

To prevent this, our podiatrist in Massapequa recommends shoe inserts/orthotics that offer more support to the arch of your foot. We offer custom orthotics to relieve pressure on sensitive areas of your feet, and offer you a painless way to wear the flat shoes you love.   

How Our Podiatrist in Massapequa Can Help You

If you have been wearing the wrong shoes for years, you will probably have some lasting issues. In addition to wearing the right shoes for your feet, you may need to see a podiatrist in order to correct these issues.

At Cherrywood Foot Care, we are happy when your feet are happy. We offer treatments for all of the ailments that unsupportive shoes can cause. If your shoes have caused bunions or hammertoe, or you are interested in custom orthotics for your flat shoes, we are here to help. Contact our podiatrist in Massapequa to make your appointment today!