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3 Types of Common S’porean Footwear That Are Actually Not Good For the Feet

2018-10-06 , 10:29 am

Last Updated on 2022-07-15 , 3:57 pm

Choosing the right shoes will go a long way in protecting your feet. Everybody knows that.

All of us also know at least one person who would sacrifice comfort for a fashion statement.

And so we’d tend to gravitate towards the other direction and think that because they’re comfortable, they’re safe.

But what if we tell you that even if you choose a comfortable pair of shoes to walk in, you might just be hurting your feet as well?

Here are the most common types of footwear Singaporeans wear that’s actually bad for your feet.

And if you’re Singaporean, you’d have at least worn 2 out of the three footwear in this article. Confirm plus chop.

The first one is what most of us wear in Singapore.

1. Slippers

Flip flops and slippers might seem like “safest” and most comfortable footwear you can ever wear, but they’re not.

They are not fully secured to your feet and causes you to make excessive movements when you’re walking in them.

Do that for long and you’ll start to suffer injuries in the muscles and tendons of your feet and legs, resulting in heel pain.

Worsening of foot deformities, nail issues, callus and corn build-up are possible consequences too.

Plus, slippers aren’t exactly the best when it comes to cushioning and it has no arch support as well.

But don’t worry, it doesn’t mean you can’t wear slippers in Singapore. Just don’t do it all the time.

2. Ballet Flats

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Okay, this one’s for the ladies but guys should know it as well, lest they’re planning to buy a pair for their SO.

You’d think that ballet flats are safer and more comfortable alternatives to high heels.

I mean, with high heels, you’re walking and standing on your toes all the time. With flats, your feet are flat on the ground, supporting your weight comfortably.

But they come with their own dangers too.

They don’t offer much in terms of support and cushioning, and the toe box is typically too narrow for your foot. Just look at the image above!

Calluses, blisters and corns might develop when you wear flats for too long.

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3. Street Sneakers

If you have broad feet, you probably wouldn’t want to wear street sneakers. Street sneakers are typically narrower and tighter than your normal shoes.

This essentially means that every single step you take, the sides, top and bottom of your feet will be rubbing against the shoe.

In time, it’ll lead to corns, calluses, abrasions and possibly food deformities.

For those who don’t see how wearing a simple shoe can cause your foot to deform, I have only four words to say: small foot China beauties.

And don’t try to put padding into the shoe to reduce the abrasion. The padding will be the one rubbing against your feet, and at the end of the day, you’ll be suffering from blisters, abrasions and calluses.

Of course, we’re not saying that you should go out barefoot. Instead, if possible, always avoid wearing anything lah; you don’t need shoes to make a fashion statement at home.

3 Types of Common S’porean Footwear That Are Actually Not Good For the Feet

1. Slippers

2. Ballet Flats

3. Street Sneakers

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