Rating Summer Shoes for Comfort, Wearability, and Foot Health
From safe shoes to Freddy Kruegers of footwear, a surgeon helps us saunter through
summer without getting hurt or looking lame.
By Corrie Pikul
Original Content | June 07, 2011 
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Danger ranking: 3. "Wedges add height, and I personally feel more stable in wedges than in heels or platforms. The back of the shoe shouldn't be much higher than the front." Best for: Getting around the office on "Summer Monday–Thursdays"; standing during a speech or a toast Avoid: Rushing to catch a flight Doctor's note: "Cork and raffia soles offer better shock absorption. Wood is very rigid, which can cause your foot to overcompensate. This can lead to instability and extra pressure on the knees and hips. With wooden sandals, look for a rubberized sole that helps with shock absorption." |
