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Contents
  • Supportive Footwear Matters
  • Mind Your Activity Levels
  • Stay at a Healthy Weight

How to Keep Your Feet Happy: Tips for Preventing Hindfoot Pain

How to Keep Your Feet Happy: Tips for Preventing Hindfoot Pain

The Big Picture

Foot pain can seriously cramp your style, but the good news is that many causes are preventable with a few lifestyle tweaks.
Contents
  • Supportive Footwear Matters
  • Mind Your Activity Levels
  • Stay at a Healthy Weight

Supportive Footwear Matters

Wearing the right shoes can make a huge difference in preventing hindfoot pain. Choose footwear with good arch support and cushioning. Avoid high heels and flip-flops for extended periods, as they can lead to pain by providing inadequate support.

Mind Your Activity Levels

Sudden increases in physical activity can lead to overuse injuries like plantar fasciitis. Gradually increase your activity level and incorporate rest days into your routine. This gives your muscles and tendons time to adapt and recover, reducing the risk of injury.
A guide on preventing hindfoot pain through the use of supportive footwear and mindful activity levels.

Stay at a Healthy Weight

Carrying extra weight puts additional stress on your feet, increasing the likelihood of pain. Maintaining a healthy weight through a balanced diet and regular exercise can alleviate this pressure and lower your risk of foot problems.

FAQs

What's the best shoe type for foot health?

Shoes with good arch support and cushioning are ideal.

How do activity levels affect foot pain?

Sudden activity increases can lead to overuse injuries.

Does weight impact foot pain risk?

Yes, extra weight puts more stress on your feet.

What shoe types should I avoid?

Avoid high heels and flip-flops for long periods.

Wrapping Up

Preventing foot pain is often as simple as making smart lifestyle choices.
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Additional References
  1. Schneider HP, Baca JM, Carpenter BB, et al. American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons Clinical Consensus Statement: Diagnosis and Treatment of Adult Acquired Infracalcaneal Heel Pain. J Foot Ankle Surg 2018; 57:370.
  2. Menz HB, Dufour AB, Riskowski JL, et al. Association of planus foot posture and pronated foot function with foot pain: the Framingham foot study. Arthritis Care Res (Hoboken) 2013; 65:1991.
This article has been reviewed for accuracy by one of the licensed medical doctors working for Doctronic.