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Shoes
Many patients often ask what type of shoes podiatrists recommend, which varies almost as much as the number of shoe companies there are in existence. I personally wear New Balance shoes. The shoe type should match the activity level, whether it be walking, running, basketball, etc.
The most important aspect of shoes is knowing when the shoe's functional support wears out. The shock absorbency and stability of shoes wears out long before the cosmetic appearance. The white material on the sole of almost all athletic shoes is made of a material called EVA (Ethyl Vinyl Acetate). This material provides the cushioning support of all athletic shoes, however, this material will lose its cushioning ability long before the cosmetic appearance wears out.
A larger, active runner of 200+ lbs. is advised to look for a shoe with some sort of higher density material in the heel area. I personally prefer the New Balance 854, which provides a roll bar to help the shoe last longer and reduce breakdown of support in the arch area of the shoe. For active runners with a higher arch, a very cushiony, shock absorbent shoe is ideal.
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