Do you also wear years old shoes? It can be dangerous for health

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Do you also wear years old shoes? It can be dangerous for health

Shoes are not just a part of fashion, but they directly affect the health of the feet, walking posture and even the health of the spine.

Often people keep wearing their favorite and comfortable shoes for years, but do you know that wearing the same shoes for a long time is not at all good for health?

Today we will know after how much time shoes should be changed and what effect can wearing old shoes for a long time have on the body

When should shoes be changed? Know the right time (Health Risks of Old Footwear)

  • Sports or running shoes: If worn daily, then they should be changed after every 400–500 miles (600–800 km) of use, or about 8–12 months.
  • Office/formal shoes: If used regularly, it is okay to change them every 1.5 to 2 years.
  • Children's school shoes: Children's feet grow rapidly, so it is important to check them every 6–12 months and replace them if needed.
  • Slippers: If used daily, they should be replaced every 6–8 months.

These damages can occur due to wearing old shoes (Health Risks of Old Footwear)

  • Effect on foot arch: Old shoes lose their cushioning, which can lead to flat feet, heel pain and fatigue.
  • Back, neck and knee pain: Worn out shoes lead to wrong posture, which puts pressure on the rest of the body.
  • Blisters, corns and fungal infections: Accumulation of sweat and bacteria inside the shoes can lead to skin infections.
  • Foot odour and excessive sweating: Poor condition of the insole leads to odour and increased sweating.
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