Now that it's starting to warm up and people are getting into the summer state of mind, the shorts and beloved thong sandals (flip flops) are making the first appearances of the season. Many people think that by wearing these light, flimsy sandals they're giving their feet a break, when it in fact it's quite the opposite.
"Flip-flops have a spongy sole, so when the foot hits the ground, it roles inward and the sponge allows it to roll even more than usual," says Dr. John E. Mancuso, a podiatrist at the Manhattan Podiatry Associates in New York. "This is called pronation, and it causes many problems in the foot."
The flip flop don't offer the kind of support our feet need. As a result, many ankle sprains are caused by stumbling or tripping while wearing the sandals. Flip flops do not need to be cut out of your summer completely, they are still great to have at the pool or the beach. The important thing to remember is that that are not a shoe replacement and should not be worn the entire day.
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