The benefits of a wide toe box in footwear!
The benefits of a wide toe box in footwear The hot topic in this month's blog, is why we need wide toe boxes As a 20 plus year shoe fitter this is something I am quite passionate about... A wide toe box refers to the front part of a shoe that accommodates the toes The old saying healthy toes happy life .. A roomy and wide toe box offers a number of health benefits by allowing your toes to splay naturally, reducing pressure, and helps prevent common foot problems such as bunions, hammer toes, and corns. Additionally, having a wide toe box improves balance and stability reduces the chance of falls, thus minimizing stress on your joints, and enhancing overall mobility, particularly for individuals with foot issues or at risk of falling. Even if you don't have specific foot problems, wearing shoes with a roomy toe box can contribute to overall foot health and comfort. Check out my previous blog titled " Here are my shoe fitting tips older adults ." I share my insights o...