Posted on August - 02 - 2010
Flip-flops aren’t always easy on the feet
By Val Willingham, CNN STORY HIGHLIGHTS
- Many foot doctors say flip-flops not ideal for healthy feet
- Podiatrists say people who have flat feet should wear a more structured shoe
- People with circulation issues or diabetes should also avoid flip-flops, doctors say
King Tut wore them. So did Cleopatra. Members of the 2005 Northwestern University’s women’s lacrosse team sported them at the White House.
Especially in the dog days of summer, people everywhere seem to be tossing their closed-in shoes for cool, convenient pairs of flip-flops. But many foot doctors say that when it comes to healthy feet, the lightweight sandals can be a flop.
“If you wear them all the time, they aren’t good for you,” says Dr.