Wearing the right shoe is very important when it comes to preventing foot injuries. If you plan on running, you should wear running shoes and not walking shoes. It is also important to buy good quality shoes for your feet. Cheap, poor quality shoes may increase the chance of you getting injured while running. You should look for shoes that are sturdy and are able to endure wear and tear. Lastly, you should make sure that your shoes fit properly and have a little bit of space at the front.
If you are a runner, wearing the right running shoe is essential. For more information, contact Dr. Michael E. Newman of Pennsylvania. Our doctor can treat your foot and ankle needs.
Choosing the Right Running Shoe for Your Foot Type
To increase performance and avoid the risk of injury, it is important to choose the right running shoe based on your foot type. The general design of running shoes revolves around pronation, which is how the ankle rolls from outside to inside when the foot strikes the ground.
- Neutral runners are able to choose from a wide variety of shoes, including minimalist shoes or even go barefoot
- Runners who overpronate, or experience an over-abundance of ankle rolling, should choose shoes that provide extra motion control and stability
- Runners who underpronate, or supinate, have feet that have high arches and lack flexibility, preventing shock absorption. They require shoes with more flexibility and cushion
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office located in Plymouth Meeting and Ambler, PA. We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle needs.
