According to an article from Siouxland Matters, writer Allison Warren reported on the various conditions caused by an excessive wearing of flip-flops. Dr. Valerie Tallericoa stated that, “People will come in with heel pain, or even ankle injuries from slipping in their flip-flop shoes. Another concern is tendonitis or capsulitis of their digits, even in the future, hammertoe deformities.”

With this in mind, be sure to consider all options when purchasing flip-flops that best support your feet. Mike Pape of Rudolph’s Shoe Mart said, “There are different types of what they call orthotics or foot beds that are in the various shoes and sandals . . . Now there’s all the different components that go into making the different arches.”

Hammertoe can be an incredibly painful condition. To learn more about the effects of flip-flops on your feet, speak to Paula F. Raugellis, DPM of Greene Podiatry Assoc Inc. Dr. Raugellis can answer any of your foot- and ankle-related questions.

Hammertoe

Hammertoe is little-known a painful condition that affects the second, third and fourth toes involving different joints of the toe and foot. Hammertoe can be caused by many other conditions such as RA (rheumatoid arthritis), osteoarthritis, trauma or injuries to your foot, it can be hereditary and it can also be caused by a cerebral vascular accident. If you wear shoes that are too narrow or short for your feet, it may exacerbate any pain you already have.

It is really important to your overall well-being to seek out medical attention at the first signs of foot pain or anything that may hinder your ability to walk in a normal manner. Taking care of your feet is one of the first steps to being able to live a full and healthy life.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact our office in Waynesburg, PA. We offer the latest in diagnostic and treatment technologies to meet all your needs.

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