A good pair of shoes should offer the right support to help with alignment and posture, while taking some of the strain off your feet, and the best orthopaedic shoes provide all of this without looking overly clinical.
I spoke to consultant podiatric surgeon Mr Kaser Nazir from Jorja Healthcare Group, to understand why getting the right footwear matters. “Certain shoes can have a huge impact on foot health,” he told me. “Ill-fitting footwear can cause excessive pressure and compression on the toes, and this increases when wearing high heels, as your weight shifts towards the front of your foot. Uncomfortable shoes can also hinder the natural movement of the toes, which can weaken foot muscles.
