Orthopaedic shoes for children: when are they needed?
Does a child need orthopaedic shoes because they have flat feet? The appearance of the arch alone is not enough to decide. For many children, flat feet are a common part of develop...
Does a child need orthopaedic shoes because they have flat feet? The appearance of the arch alone is not enough to decide. For many children, flat feet are a common part of develop...
Are barefoot or conventional shoes a better choice for your child? The answer depends on their feet, any difficulties they may have, the environment and the particular shoe. When c...
When choosing shoes for children who are overweight, comfort, the right size and enough room for the foot are important. A higher body weight can increase the load on the feet, but...
Joint hypermobility in children means that their joints have a greater range of movement than usual. It is sometimes described as having “bendy joints”. This does not necessarily m...
Switching to barefoot shoes and true barefoot walking can feel like a huge change. You may wonder why you should trade your well-worn comfy shoes for minimalist models. What do you...
We spend roughly one-third of every day at work, usually with our feet locked in shoes. Whether your job imposes a strict business dress code or a relaxed atmosphere, foot comfort ...
Walking feels so natural that we rarely think about it—we simply move forward. Yet good walking technique greatly affects how our feet and whole body feel, especially in barefoot s...
Warmer days are here, and many of us gladly put away heavy winter footwear. Spring and summer are the perfect seasons for barefoot shoes – after the long cold months, your feet can...
Ageing changes our feet and the entire musculoskeletal system. Many seniors suffer from pain in the feet, joints or spine and look for ways to find relief. One option that is gaini...
Sustainable fashion and healthy shoes Sustainable fashion is becoming ever more important—not only for clothing but for footwear too. Barefoot shoes, which promote a natural gait,...
What is barefoot walking and what are barefoot shoes? The term barefoot walking means going completely without shoes, so the feet are in direct contact with the ground. Toes, the ...
Myths about running barefoot Running barefoot (or in barefoot shoes) sparks a lot of discussion and a few lingering myths. Let’s look at the most common ones: Myth 1 – Runni...
Barefoot shoes (often known as minimalist shoes) offer your feet a wealth of advantages you’ll appreciate in everyday life. Wearing them significantly increases walking comfort—you...