Dr. Eric Berg talked about why it is useful to walk barefoot and what problems it will save you from.
The foot is an extremely complex mechanism. It contains 26 bones, 33 joints and 19 muscles. Wrong shoes (and almost all of us wear the wrong shoes) are not only uncomfortable. Wearing the wrong shoes results in poor posture, knee and lower back problems.
“The foot helps us move, it supports the weight of the whole body. If you weigh 90, 100 kg or more, then your feet have an enormous load! ”The doctor says.
Shoes are of great importance! And the problem is that the shoes are not natural – they squeeze the toes, especially if they are pointed shoes with heels. The toes should be spaced wide, and if they are constantly squeezed, this creates many problems with gait, balance, calf muscles.
Wearing the wrong shoes increases the risk of pain in the knees and even in the lower back, because shoes change the dynamics of the entire foot.
By contacting the ground through the sole, which is a kind of pillow, stability is lost. And if you often walk in heels, then this is even worse.
If you spend most of the day in shoes, it is very important to choose comfortable shoes for yourself. It will not always be expensive shoes. The price in this case does not play a key role.
The ideal type of footwear for summer is sandals. The sole should be as thin as possible, and there should be enough space for the toes. Such shoes make the foot work, give you stability.
Incorrect shoes worsen the blood supply to the foot and can even cause atrophy.
If you wear shoes with heels, their height should not be more than 5 cm. Otherwise there is a decrease in the muscles of the lower leg and their strength.
Doctor Giniyatov called those who do not need and it is dangerous to walk barefoot
Try to wear flat shoes with a wide toe more often. Start walking barefoot on grass and sand whenever possible. Your feet will be tired at first, but this is very helpful! Over time, your feet will become stronger and there will be less stress in your joints. Increase stability and improve balance.
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