In this part of the world that we are, the usefulness of flip-flops can never be over-emphasized. It has become the number one accessories in every woman’s closet – and moreover appears to be a staple that doesn’t seem to go out of style.
According to an article published by Cosmopolitan, Dr. Jackie Sutera, DPM, a podiatrist and spokesperson for the American Podiatric Medical Association gives an account of the medical reasons why you should keep your feet off from flip-flops.
As said, flip-flops expose your feet to bacteria, viral and fungal infections. For instance, any time your feet get particularly filthy (i.e., any time you wear your flip-flops in public), they’re likely covered in some nasty things likes Staphylococcus, a bacteria that can irritate the skin on your foot in the best case or lead to amputation in the worst-case scenarios.
Flip-flops destroys your heels and can permanently damage your toes. Because your heels hit the ground with more force when there’s nothing but a measly piece of foam separating your foot from the ground, walking in flip-flops accentuates the heel-strike impact, which could end up causing pain — especially if you stand or walk in them for extended periods of time.
Flip-flops can cause terrible blisters – When a thin strap is the only thing that holds your shoe on, that strap rubs up against your skin every time you take a step. This can cause irritation and blisters. When blisters pop, you’re left with an open wound that makes you more vulnerable to the pathogens you pick up anytime your foot is exposed.
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