Which is best for feet, to go natural and barefoot, weather permitting, or to wear shoes?
In our modern society, barefoot is not as safe as wearing a good, comfortable-wearing shoe, especially among diabetics or those with poor circulation. With those who have plantar fasciitis, barefoot is a no-no. Q: Is plantar fasciitis still the foot ailment of the times? Plantar fasciitis is described by the CPMA as an “inflammation of the band of fibrous connective tissue (fascia) running along the bottom (plantar surface) of the foot, from the heel to the ball of the foot.” Plantar fasciitis, for several reasons, seems prevalent in the last 10 to 15 years. Some of the scholars think it has to do with people trying to become more active. When running, the feet are the things that take a lot of the stress. You’ll see it in anything to do with running, see it in weekend exercisers. It’s more visible in things like professional basketball, but it’s now in soccer and baseball. Q: Is obesity linked to foot problems? Overall, the opinion of my colleagues is “yes.” For every 10 pounds or so
