The good weather arrives, the heat and with it the change in the footwear we use.
At this time of year, we look for shoes that are light and breathable, such as sandals, since they are the best option to keep our feet cool and ventilated, but this type of footwear also has drawbacks.
Chief among them is instability.
Thin, shapeless soles, with loose or poorly supported heels, test the integrity of our ankles and can increase the chance of suffering an ankle sprain.
As we always say at FisioBcn, prevention is the best treatment.
As health professionals, these are the main tips that we consider to be taken into account:
Choosing good footwear : a sole with an ergonomic shape and cushioning capacity, preferably closed at the back to have good support in the ankle area.
Another important aspect is to choose those with quality fabrics that offer good breathability, since excess sweating can cause the foot to slide inside the shoe with the risk that entails.
Strengthening the foot : on the other hand, it will be important to do strengthening work on the muscles of the foot and leg, as well as a routine of proprioception (balance) exercises so that muscles, ligaments and joints work in a coordinated manner and can respond in a coordinated manner. effectively in the face of an imbalance.