With the rise of temperatures during the summer, many seek fresh and practical options to face heat. However, there is a very common type of clothing at this time of year that may be causing more damage than benefits to your body. Experts have been warning the risks associated with the prolonged use of this article, highlighting consequences that go beyond simple discomfort.
According to the newspaper El País, which has consulted several experts, prolonged use of finger slippers can bring more harm than benefits for feet health and general posture.
According to the same source, the combination of high temperatures with inappropriate use of shoes can cause various problems, from bubbles and fungal infections to pain that extend to the knees and back. The material and type of footwear used at this time are fundamental to avoid these discomfort.
Open shoes, but with conditions
The same source has collected opinions from various podiatologists who agree on an essential idea: summer shoes should be opened but safe. According to Navor Pereira, Podiatologist at the Galicia Official College of Podiatologists, quoted by the same source, the ideal is that the shoe is firmly stuck in front and behind, allowing even running without losing his shoes.
Thus, popular finger slippers, despite their convenience, are not recommended for continuous use. The sole should be resistant and, if possible, allow the use of insoles for more comfort and support.
The importance of support in the sneakers
According to El País, when the goal is to walk long distances or practice sports, the tennis remains the best alternative. Experts recommend models that offer adequate foot support, which absorb impacts and prevent injuries. The material should be breathable to avoid moisture and the use of cotton socks is advised to reduce friction and keep your feet dry.
Materials that help and others to avoid
Maria Luz González Fernández, professor at the Faculty of Nursing, Physiotherapy and Podiatry at the Complutense University of Madrid, mentioned by the same newspaper, points out that the best summer materials include leather, breathable mesh, cotton and cork. These favor ventilation and help prevent fungi and bad odors.
On the other hand, the use of thin and flat sole shoes, such as rubber slippers, is advised against forcing the foot to absorb the entire impact of the past without adequate support. These slippers should be reserved for punctual moments, such as the beach or pool, and not for everyday life.
Plastic is also not recommended as it prevents feet ventilation and may favor the development of infections. As for high heels, the same source states that they are only advisable if they are wide and stable to ensure balance and reduce the risk of falling.
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Alternate the shoes and take care of your feet
Podiatologists heard from the same source reinforce the importance of not wearing the same type of shoes every day. Changing shoes helps to avoid worsening feet problems. When you feel discomfort, you should choose different models to allow recovery.
During summer, bubbles are a common complaint. To avoid them, it is essential not to wear new fighters on long walks and avoid shoes that cause discomfort. Keep your feet dry, change your socks when moist and use sports tape in the most frictional zones, such as heels or fingers, helps prevent injury.
Another important caution indicated by the applying sunscreen to the feet when wearing open shoes, a practice often forgotten but essential to avoid burns and skin problems.
The choice of summer shoes should be made carefully to the characteristics that protect and support the feet, preventing discomfort and problems that can affect the whole body. The indiscriminate use of finger slippers, though habitual, may not be the best option for the health of your feet, knees and back.
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