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What Is There About Flip Flops That Make Some Finer Than Others?
Do you like to wear flip flops in the summer?
Is the convenience and breathability something you love?
Aren’t they great at the beach walking through the sand?
However not all flip flops are the same!
Flip flops come in different shapes and styles that offer different levels of support for your feet.
In this article we are going to go over some features that you should look for, when purchasing a pair of flip flops for your feet.
Flip Flop Features
You don’t want to wear flip flops that you can bend in half. You want the flip flops to be sturdy to support your feet.
Flimsy flip flops are ok to walk short distances for convenience but you do not want to walk long distances in them.
These types of flip flops provide no arch support or shock absorption, causing extra stress and strain on your feet.
You want to look for flips flops with a good stable arch support and a little bend and flexibility is ok.
Flip Flop Material
You want try and avoid low quality plastic or rubber flip flops.
Make sure to try on the flip flops before you buy them to make sure they are comfortable and supportive of your feet.
This will prevent any rubbing or chaffing that can result in painful blisters or sores.
When Not To Wear
It is best to avoid wearing flip flops during any:
- Physical activities such as sports or exercising as flip flops do not provide enough support for your feet or ankles to prevent common injuries that happen during physical activity.
- Labor such as construction or landscaping as flip flops do not provide the proper support or protection for your feet.
- Long distance running, hiking, or walking as flip flops do not provide the proper support for extended distances.
When To Wear
It is ok to wear flip flops when:
- Walking short distances – if you find good sturdy flip flops with a good arch support they are fine for walking short distances.
- At the pool and the beach – they are convenient to slip on and off and protect your feet from the hot sand while walking to your spot on the beach.
- In public restrooms or showers – to lessen your chances of getting athlete’s foot or plantar warts.
You can also check to see if the flip flops you are considering to buy hold the APMA (American Podiatric Medical Association) Seal of Acceptance.
Here’s What To Do Now
We hope these tips help you select the proper flip flops so that you can enjoy your summer without any foot or ankle pain.
If you do suffer from any foot or ankle pain give us a call at 301-937-5666 or click here to request your appointment online.
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