What’s on your feet? Chronic back pain sufferers often believe their discomfort is the result of spinal issues, however, one of the culprits may be your choice of daily footwear. Your feet are pretty significant and act as the foundation for your body. When your shoes aren’t supportive enough, your back will tell you.
And while most people think that high heels are the only offender, other styles of shoes can also be to blame. Indeed high heels are bad news for back pain and can make any existing problem worse. (The angle of any heel an inch or higher can cause you to walk differently and can put stress on your knees, too.)
Generally, women are aware of the issues that may arise from heels, but men can be sufferers too, without realizing it. Men’s dress shoes or boots usually have a small heel and even that slight variation can result in back pain.
Other shoes that can cause back pain are flats and flip flops. While these shoes are the go-to’s for comfort, they can actually cause more impact on your back than wearing heels. Flat shoes offer little to no support on your arch or ankles. Flip flops don’t have arch support and tightening your toes as you walk can put even more stress on your legs and back.
The shoes that are best for your back are ones that provide good arch support, have a proper cushion, and orthotic insoles. While these may not always be the most fashionable, it’s important to consider your back when you choose your footwear. If you’re a chronic back pain sufferer, limit the amount of time you spend in heels or shoes with no support and invest in some high-quality shoes. Fortunately, there are a lot of attractive options available.
Save the heels for special occasions and the flip flops for the beach. Your back will thank you.
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A graduate of Parker Chiropractic College in 1998, Dr. Hollenberg has been serving the South Florida and Maryland area for over 23 years. Dedicating his life to helping others achieve their healthcare needs through a holistic approach to health and wellness. Dr. Hollenberg has accumulated hundreds of hours in post graduate studies in whiplash, soft tissue injuries, as well as holding a Fellowship in Neurology/Neuroimaging certification through (CCLA). His specialty and experience is in the treatment of headaches as well as herniated and bulging discs. Dr. Hollenberg is also an avid tennis player and golfer (when he can keep his drive out of the woods). From his personal and professional experiences he has successfully treated many golf and tennis injuries from the amateur to professional level. His passion is to help as many people as he can by integrating Chiropractic rehabilitative therapy, Spinal Decompression, and acupuncture to form personalized, effective, and affordable treatment plans for each of his patients.
And while most people think that high heels are the only offender, other styles of shoes can also be to blame. Indeed high heels are bad news for back pain and can make any existing problem worse. (The angle of any heel an inch or higher can cause you to walk differently and can put stress on your knees, too.)
Generally, women are aware of the issues that may arise from heels, but men can be sufferers too, without realizing it. Men’s dress shoes or boots usually have a small heel and even that slight variation can result in back pain.
Other shoes that can cause back pain are flats and flip flops. While these shoes are the go-to’s for comfort, they can actually cause more impact on your back than wearing heels. Flat shoes offer little to no support on your arch or ankles. Flip flops don’t have arch support and tightening your toes as you walk can put even more stress on your legs and back.
The shoes that are best for your back are ones that provide good arch support, have a proper cushion, and orthotic insoles. While these may not always be the most fashionable, it’s important to consider your back when you choose your footwear. If you’re a chronic back pain sufferer, limit the amount of time you spend in heels or shoes with no support and invest in some high-quality shoes. Fortunately, there are a lot of attractive options available.
Save the heels for special occasions and the flip flops for the beach. Your back will thank you.
