Walking Barefoot: Facts Vs Myths

Shoes may often have many adverse effects on your feet and lead to a number of foot related problems such as corns, calluses, and bunions. Calluses are especially common in shoes with incorrect fittings, newly healed or sports shoes. Hammer-toe, a condition where is the toe is bent downwards permanently, is also very widespread.

Though shoes are convenient articles of widespread use throughout the world, many still go without shoes, either by choice or by lack of options. Research has shown that those without shoes actually end up being healthier than those with shoes. An important cause for this may be that many don't know their proper shoe size.

Running barefoot has a large number of health benefits. They help to strengthen muscles, ligaments, and tendons of the foot and allow the development of a natural gait. Also, research has shown that running at a high speed with shoes may be a cause for knee pain and increased ankle injuries; both of which are minimized while going barefoot.

Walking barefoot may not be such a great idea in a number of cases, especially if you have diabetes. This is because it leads to poor blood circulation in your feet and a decreased level of sensitivity. This may even prevent you from realizing if there is anything poking underneath you feet. In this regard, diabetics are advised to even wear shoes at home.