Footwear
Updated:
Choosing a ShoeWhen choosing a shoe, there are several factors which need to be taken into consideration to ensure the shoe is most appropriate for the individual. Because everyone’s feet move differently and are different shapes, the ideal shoe for one person may differ completely from the next. In addition many shoes are built with different characteristics which make them ideal for certain activities on specific surfaces. The perfect shoe for an individual therefore needs to be selected to suit their feet and their specific needs.
Do I Need Orthotics?The use of orthotics is often indicated in patients with abnormal lower limb alignment and biomechanics, particularly of the feet. That is, they stand, walk or run, with less than ideal posture or movement patterns. Lower limb biomechanical abnormalities usually result in increased stress being placed on many structures of the lower limb, pelvis and…
Link to this Page
If you would like to link to this article on your website, simply copy the code below and add it to your page:
<a href="https://physioadvisor.com.au/health/footwear”>Footwear – PhysioAdvisor.com</a><br/>PhysioAdvisor provides physiotherapy information and advice on footwear, foot type, tips on choosing shoes and the use of orthotics.
Return to the top of Footwear.