Are sandals a tripping hazard?
Are sandals a tripping hazard? In addition to being a trip hazard to all ages, extended wear of flip-flops or any thin-soled, strappy sandal that causes you to grip with your toes can lead to strained or overextended tendons, shooting pains and plantar fasciitis.
Which type of footwear present the highest risk for tripping?
Safety Tips: 3 Dangerous Shoe Types that Increase Your Chance of Falling
- To reduce your chance of injury, try to stay away from these dangerous types of shoes:
- Number 3: The Platform Wedge.
- Number 2: The Pencil Heel. ...
- Number 1: Flip-Flops/Sandals.
What type of footwear is best to avoid trips and falls?
It is ideal to have multiple layers of cushioning under the heel and forefoot. Avoid shoes that are too soft and provide little support. A firm heel counter and stable midfoot allows the shoe to work with the foot during the gait cycle. Good torsional stability protects the foot from excessive pronation.