Footwear has been used since 1600-1200 BC as a way to protect, support, and even dress up the feet. From a protection perspective, shoes keep the feet warm and dry and create a barrier between rough terrain and the skin. As we age, many people start to wear increasingly more supportive shoes in an attempt …
The Big Toe: What’s the big deal?
Have you ever wondered why we have one toe that is much bigger than the rest? Well, there is very good reason. First, imagine your toes were all the same size. How would you stand or walk differently? We may be able to manage with one less of the smaller toes without having a significantly …
Feet, feet, fabulous feet
Every day, we move through life with little thought about our feet. We cram our feet into pointy shoes, high heels, and ill-fitting footwear for the sake of fashion. Why is it that we want our feet to look good, but don’t care if they feel good? Although most of us suffer from some form …