Many of us pay close attention to what we are wearing, and we make decisions that are not only based on style, they are based on comfort as well. That is why many of us will have at least one pair of flip-flops in our closet. Not only are they convenient to wear in the summertime, because we can just slip them on our feet, they can also be stylish as well. In fact, they have been in style for many years and it doesn’t appear they are going anywhere soon. Did you know, however, flip flops could be dangerous?
Sure, flip-flops may seem innocent enough, with their light weight and practicality, but doctors are not sounding the warning. They may be fine for wearing short term but if you are going to wear them for any length of time, they could be hazardous to your health.
One of the problems is that they can be loose on the feet, so they could easily cause an accident. In addition, they could actually cause damage in various parts of the body, including shin splints, stress fractures and heel pain. Perhaps it is time we re-think our strategy for summertime footwear.