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Heels.
Fortunately, theres another way: barefoot sandals.
The idea: to offer the most freedom of motion, flexibility, and natural feel when walking.
Do experts like barefoot sandals?
The foot is amazing, Davis says.
Each contains 28 bones with 33 articulations, each with 6 degrees of freedom of movement.
board-certified podiatrist and human movement specialist, and global leader in barefoot science and rehabilitation at the Center for Functional and Regenerative Podiatric Medicine
Then there are all the tiny muscles: 10 in four layers under the arch alone.
When you contain it in a shoe, you start to loose some of the function of the foot.
We need to let our feet move the way our feet are adapted to move.
What are barefoot sandals good for, and who should wear them?
You might be thinking, Why not just flip flops?
Or my pool slides?
That includes folks with flat feet, severe overpronation, and plantar fasciitis.
Davis adds those with neuropathy or foot deformities associated with rheumatoid arthritis might struggle with wearing them, too.
Otherwise, these minimalist sandals might just be the thing your summer wardrobe is missing.
board-certified podiatrist and human movement specialist, and global leader in barefoot science and rehabilitation at the Center for Functional and Regenerative Podiatric Medicine
Theyre extremely lightweight but are surprisingly comfortable.
Plus the minimalist design will go perfectly with your favorite sun dress or sarong.
These are as close to barefoot as you’ve got the option to feel in shoes!
Bonus: They dry quickly, too.
Plus theyre thin, flexible (what else would you expect from a pioneer in barefoot technology?
Bonus: The simple, classic style means they go with practically everything.
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